P osition SummarynAt Stony Brook Medicine, the T&R Center Licensed Practical Nurses in our Labor & Delivery perform tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and the provision of supportive and restorative care under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Licensed Physician, or other licensed health care provider. The T & R Center Licensed Practical Nurses observe patients for symptoms and reactions to treatments, treat patients for physical maladies as directed and under close supervision, attend to patients personal needs, and perform a variety of other general duties.nnThis title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).nnFor the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title maybe filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. At this time, agencies may recruit and hire employees by making temporary appointments. In May 2024, if a temporary NY HELPS employee is satisfactorily performing in the position, the appointment will be changed from temporary pending Civil Service Commission Action to permanent non-competitive and the official probationary period will begin.nnAt a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.nnDuties of a T&R Center Licensed Practical Nurse in our Labor & Delivery may include the following but are not limited to:nnUnder the direction of the registered nurse, performs delegated patient care activities.nTakes vital signs and identifies changes in patient condition manifested by patient and reports such changes to the Physician or Registered Nurse. Reports/ documents appropriate care information.nAttends to patients daily living, hygienic and simple human needs.nAssists the registered nurse with the preoperative preparation of the patient for assigned surgical procedures, including prepping and positioning of the patient.nAssembles equipment, supplies, sutures, and instruments for assigned surgical procedure.nAssists in cleaning, restocking and reconfiguring the operating room between procedures and at the completion of the case.nAssists in restocking storage and equipment supply areas.nAttends inservice programs and completes annual mandates.nCommunicates instrumentation needs to CSS.nAssists in the preparation of equipment for special procedures.nnWorking Conditions:nWorking conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position is classified by OSHA as Category 1.nQualificationsnRequired: Must possess or be eligible to obtain a license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.nPreferred: Previous hospital acute care experience. Labor & Delivery experience.nAcute care is defined as medical services provided for illnesses that are short-term (usually less than 30 days), intense, and have a relatively severe to very severe course, requiring knowledge and expertise in the vigilant monitoring of subtle changes in the patient's condition, as well as ability to quickly recognize and identify potential problems and conditions resulting from a previous disease.nn* As part of the onboarding process, we require a copy of your current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. This allows us to accurately track expiration dates and ensure compliance.nnIf your BLS certification is set to expire within 90 days of your start date, you will be scheduled to attend a BLS training session during your nursing orientation.nnSpecial Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.nnPosting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).nnIf within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.nn__ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __ __nnStony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.nAll Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.nThis position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.nThis function/position maybe designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.nnPrior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:nnSuccessfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health ServicesnComplete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.nSuccessfully complete a 4 panel drug screennMeet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.nProvide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).nnFailure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.nnThe hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.nn_nnIf you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.nnIn accordance with the Title II Crime Awareness and Security Act a copy of our crime statistics can be viewed here.nnVisit our WHY WORK HERE page to learn about the total rewards we offer.nnStony Brook University Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.nnAnticipated Pay Range:nnThe salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $43768 / year.nnThe above salary range represents SBUH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate's validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.nnSome positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:nnLocation pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full-time positions ($3,400)nNight shift differential ($000), evening shift differential ($000)nInconvenience pay/supplemental shift differential. ($575)nGeographic Pay ($13,000)nnYour total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.nnJob Number: 2404575nOfficial Job Title: T & R Center Licensed Practical NursenJob Field: Labor and DeliverynPrimary Location: US-NY-Stony BrooknDepartment/Hiring Area: Labor and DeliverynSchedule: Full-time Shift: Evening Shift Shift Hours: 1500-2330 Pass Days: VariablenPosting Start Date: Dec 17, 2024nPosting End Date: Jan 1, 2025, 4:59:00 AMnSalary: $43768 / yearnSalary Grade: SG10nSBU Area: Stony Brook University HospitalnnStony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.nnMinimum Salary: 43768.00 Maximum Salary: 43768.00 Salary Unit: Yearly