LPN-Proficient Inpt

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  • The Walsh Group
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Job Summary
Location
Rochester ,NY
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
21 Dec 2024
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Job Description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.nnJob Location (Full Address):nnSelect a Shipping Address, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14627nnOpening:nnWorker Subtype:nnRegularnnTime Type:nnFull timennScheduled Weekly Hours:nn36nnDepartment:nn500229 Phlebotomy- In PatientnnGrade:nnUR URCZ 209 HnnCompensation Range:nn$24.00 - $31.20nnThe referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.nnResponsibilities:nnThe LPN, Proficient, Inpatient, under the direction of the Nurse Manager or designee and the co-assigned Registered Nurse, is accountable for provision of direct care to assigned patients. The LPN, Proficient, Inpatient contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system. The LPN, Proficient, Inpatient works as a team member and assists other staff members with implementing patient care.Responsibilities POSITION SUMMARY: Performs inpatient phlebotomy services in accordance with all phlebotomy protocols/procedures including review/verification of provider order, patient identification, selection of blood collection tubes/equipment, proper and safe phlebotomy techniques, and accurate labeling of specimens. Utilizes child life/nursing support when drawing from a pediatric patient. Assists with difficult IV insertions and provides coaching to staff members. Supports a safe environment through use of appropriate blood specimen equipment and use of safety measures to reduce risk of sharps injuries, sticks, and splashes. Provides phlebotomy services to designated inpatient units across medical center and demonstrates clinical judgment, problem-solving and customer services skills including compassion and empathy with patients. SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXERCISED: None MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED: Standard office equipment, including desktop and/or laptop computers and zebra printers. Use of Hospital and Laboratory information systems and other software as needed. Phlebotomy/IV equipment including needles and vacutainers, beds, bedside tables, and nurse call system. TYPICAL DUTIES: - Specimen Collection (70%). Follows patient identification and order verification procedures prior to collection of the specimen. Performs safe venipuncture, heel or finger sticks following all age specific and procedural protocols as well as infection control and safety protocols. Labels all specimens according to procedures. - IV insertions (20%). Assists unit staff with difficult IV insertion following all policies and procedures. Provides coaching to staff members. Supports the IV coach program in house to ensure inpatient nurses develop and maintain good IV insertion skills. - Administrative support (5%). Answers phone and customer inquiries, providing routine as well as technical information. Takes initiative to resolve all customer needs. Participates in all Quality Assurance monitors and initiatives, including data collection and statistics. Greets and pleasantly interacts with patients. Reconciles issues with patient specimens. Incorporates ICARE values into all interactions; including other health team members - Operational Support (5%). Maintains supplies. Places orders following PAR level guidelines, receives and rotates stock according to expiration date. Maintains cleanliness and neatness of work area/ site. Monitors and maintains equipment, including daily temperature documentation, disinfection, sharps management, and performance of maintenance and inspections. Troubleshoots issues. - May be reassigned as needed and without prior notice to work at varied locations. Must be flexible and able to work independently. Requires scheduling and flexibility and some on call responsibilities. QUALIFICATIONS: LPN Degree from an accredited LPN Program. Active NY LPN license. NOTE: This document describes typical duties and responsibilities and is not intended to limit management from assigning other work as required. The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion to advance the University's mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other status protected by law. This commitment extends to the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates from underrepresented populations, veterans, and persons with disabilities consistent with these values and government contractor Affirmative Action obligations.nnNotice: If you are a Current Employee, please log into myURHR to search for and apply to jobs using the Jobs Hub. Your application, if submitted using this portal, cannot be moved forward.nnLearn. Discover. Heal. Create.nnLocated in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better.nnIf you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goalsnnAt the University of Rochester, we commit to diversity, equity, and inclusion and united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.

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