LPN - Acute Intensive Rehab - Full Time - Days -(UTICA, NY) at Mohawk Valley Health System summary:
The LPN provides patient care in the Acute Intensive Rehabilitation unit, focusing on comprehensive assessments and pain management education for patients and their families. Under the supervision of registered nurses and providers, the LPN observes patient conditions and ensures the proper administration of medications. The role requires effective communication skills and adherence to hospital policies in a full-time capacity.
Job Summary
The LPN provides care to patients in accordance with their developmental needs, following the standards of the Department of Nursing and in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.
Core Job Responsibilities
- Perform complete assessment data collection, under the supervision of an RN and / or provider, on all patients
- Assess and reassess pain. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
- Observe and identify adverse changes in patient condition and notifies appropriate RN and / or provider
- Maintains current knowledge of medications and their correct administration
- Interacts professionally with patient and family. Involves patient and family in patient education.
- Cleans and operates equipment correctly
- Perform other duties as required.
Education/Experience Requirements
Licensure/Certification Requirements
REQUIRED:
- Current New York State Practical Nursing Registration.
- CPR
Disclaimer
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
Job Details
Req Id 93630
Department INTENSIVE REHAB UNIT
Shift Days
Shift Hours Worked 12.00
FTE 0.9
Work Schedule CWAT-UFCSM - 12 HR
Employee Status A1 - Full-Time
Union 2005 - CWA
Pay Range $20.53 - $26.69
Keywords:
LPN, patient care, acute rehabilitation, nursing, pain management, patient education, healthcare, intensive care, New York, licensed practical nurse