14931BRTitle:Licensed Practical Nurse IIDepartment/Cost Center:637 - Observation UnitJob Description:The Licensed Practical Nurse in Acute Care (LPN) provides patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The LPNplays an integral role in the physical and emotional comfort of patients and their families. The LPN provides direct patientcare in collaboration with other health care team members and completes other tasks to support patient care. The NYSEducation Department differentiated scope of practice of LPNs and RNs is the source of document used for determining tasksthat the LPN may perform. (Refer to Highland Hospital Department of Nursing Policy: addendum NN and the New York StateOffice of Professions.Level II requirements: (In addition to Level I requirements) Provides preceptorship of new hire PCT or new hire Level I or II LPN orientees upon completion of the Ancillary Preceptor Course. Completes required annual training on preceptor enrichment, gerontology course and earns continuing education credits.Auto req ID:14931BRJob Requirements:Education: Fulfills educational requirements for licensure as an LPN in New York State. Licensed in NYS as an LPNExperience:
Level II: At least 1 year experience as an LPN in an acute care hospital or 2 years in long term care is required.
Current CPR certification (American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers or American Red Cross BLS) upon hire. When CPR renewal due, American Heart Association BLS is the only certification accepted.
Employment Status:Full-TimeHours/Week:36Posting Title:Licensed Practical Nurse - Observation UnitCity:RochesterWork Shift:Days/NightsArea of Interest:NursesThe Hospital is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.