The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans.
The Acute General Medicine Unit (4800) specializes in the care of patients with substance abuse, mental illness and a multiplicity of medical diagnoses. 4800 offers LPNs the opportunity to master clinical skills in: cardiac requiring telemetry, diabetes, kidney disease, dialysis, pulmonary issues, and patients with multiple drips, drains & catheters.
STATUS: Per Diem
LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital
DEPARTMENT: Acute General Medicine (4800)
SCHEDULE: Day/Evening/Night, every other Weekend/Holiday
ATTRIBUTES
Compassionate, warm and patient focused
Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
RESPONSIBILITIES
Patient Satisfaction. Solicit and respond to patient feedback to improve service and processes that will enhance the patient experience
Medication Administration & Reporting. Administer medication and give/receive relevant reports, both written and verbal
Documentation. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation using computerized medical record process
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)
PAY RANGE: $24.75 - $30.75
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
