Licensed Practical Nurse - Acute General Medicine
Rochester Regional Health
Job Info
Description
SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans.
The Acute Surgical Unit specializes in the care of Neuro, Urology, ENT & Bariatric patients, both pre, but predominately post-operatively. Surgical procedures vary, but most commonly include craniotomies, spinal fusions and laminectomies, prostatectomies, and surgeries of the kidneys and bladder; in addition to laryngectomies and tracheotomies, gastric sleeves and bypasses.
STATUS: Full Time (36 hours per week)
LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital
DEPARTMENT: Acute Surgical Unit (5400)
SCHEDULE: Day/Night rotation, every other Weekend/Holiday
ATTRIBUTES:
- Compassionate, warm and patient focused
- Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision
- Exceptional documentation skills and professional behavior
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
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Patient Satisfaction. Solicit and respond to patient feedback to improve service and processes that will enhance the patient experience
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Medication Administration & Reporting. Administer medication and give/receive relevant reports, both written and verbal
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Documentation. Ensure concise, pertinent and complete patient care documentation using computerized medical record process
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
- LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - New York State Education Department (NYSED)
- BLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (AHA)
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.
Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran
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