• LPN-Acute Medical Physical Rehab

    St. Mary's Healthcare (Amsterdam, NY)


    Job Requisition: REQ2925

     

    Employment Type: Full-Time

     

    Shift: Evenings

     

    Hours Per Week: 32

     

    Hiring Range : $23.46-$30.50

     

    The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

    Responsibilities:

    + Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by a Registered Nurse (RN).

    + Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.

    + Performs routine laboratory tests and simple therapeutic services.

    + Educates patients/families about disease treatment plan including self-care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.

    + Assures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate

    Licensure / Certification / Registration:

    Required Credential(s): • BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date. • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the New York Board of Nursing.

     

    + Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.

    Complexity of Work:

    • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.

    Personal Protective Equipment:

    • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.