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Bassett Healthcare Network
LPN, Acute Care - Cooperstown Convenient Care, Days
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$67,768 / year median in New York
+24% projected growth
Job Description
The best thing about this role Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. What you'll do The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Acute Care under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager, provides direct and indirect patient care with direction by a Registered Professional Nurse or Physician. The LPN functions as part of the interdisciplinary health care team. Provides direct and indirect nursing care individualized to patients' needs. Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately. Evaluates health data to identify patient problems. Implements and documents specified interventions. Identifies and reports deviations from expected patient outcomes. Provides patients and families with established patient education materials and the patients plan of care per unit guidelines as measured by direct supervisory observation. Performs procedures according to medical orders and nursing standards with appropriates supervision as permitted by law and hospital policy, as measured by direct supervisory observation. Documents appropriately as measured by direct supervisory observation and random record review. Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards. Directs and supervises patient care provided by support personnel according to department guidelines. Demonstrates flexibility and collaboration in solving care problems. Uses material and other resources prudently. Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient's autonomy, dignity and rights Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity, as measured by no significant, substantiated patient or peer complaints received by the manager/supervisor. Advocates for patient needs. Acts on behalf of patients in an ethical manner. Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his or her area of practice. Completes required unit credentialing according to departmental policy. Participates in 4-8 hours of educational activity related to job function annually and provides documented evidence of attendance or activity to supervisor. Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice. Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager. What we need from you