Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Care - Dermatology

Bassett Healthcare • Full-time • Milford, New York, United States • 6d ago

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What you'll do

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Ambulatory Care provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician’s Assistant, or Physician. The LPN functions as part of the interdisciplinary health care team. May be required to make home visits.

Provides direct and indirect nursing care individualized to the patient’s needs.
Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately
Evaluates health data to identify patient problems
Implements and documents specified interventions
Identifies deviations from expected patient outcomes
Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards
Performs and documents Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures
Maintains and documents testing reagents/supplies and equipment according to established laboratory procedures
Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity and rights.
Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity
Assures that patients have informed consent signed for indicated procedures
Maintains current licensure, certification, and competencies.
Provides proof of current BLS validation to supervisor.
Completes required unit credentialing according to departmental policy
Provides to supervisor evidence of completion all required annual training and competency validation
Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice 100% of the time
Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his/her area of practice.
Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager

What we need from you

Education:

Graduate of a Practical Nursing program, required

Experience:

Previous healthcare experience, preferred

License/Certifications:

Current NYS LPN License and registration as a Practical Nurse or a valid interim permit, required
BLS certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire, required

Skills:

Clinical Skills
Multi-Tasking
Interacting with People
Analysis & Evaluation
Take Initiative

Physical Requirements:

Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects
Occasional climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), fit testing
Frequent balancing, typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, walking

Hazards:

Occasional burns, chemical, electrical, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy
Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions:

Occasional noise, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors

Travel:

Occasional travel - the job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability protection
Retirement benefits including an employer match
And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Transparency

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:

USD $24.74/Hr.
Pay Range Maximum:

USD $37.10/Hr.
We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

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