Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Acute Care, Basic Life Support (BLS), Catheterization, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Clinical Assessment, Clinical Competency, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Health Plan, Hospital, Identify Issues, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medical Records, Medical Treatment, Medication Administration, Multitasking, Nursing, Nursing Home, Patient Care, Patient Confidentiality, Registered Nurse (RN), Specimen Collection, Typing
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.
Department Overview (Text Only):
A.O. Fox Nursing Home is a 130-bed hospital-based long-term care facility. We offer post-acute rehabilitation to get community members back home and make a welcoming home for those requiring 24-hour residential skilled nursing care. We take the time to train new employees well as we embrace the “Fox Family” culture, providing a supportive and safe environment, with good staffing and a caring environment. Employees enjoy an engaging workplace, comprehensive benefits (including affordable health insurance) and the opportunity to utilize a full range of skills while staying up-to-date with new practices. The facility is well-maintained by our dedicated team of professionals and the hospital café offers delicious meals and snacks at a discounted employee rate.
Responsibilities:
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse II provides nursing care in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures, supporting the care plan established for each patient.
- Transfer, reposition, ambulate patients 1-2 hours or PRN, collects samples and monitors catheters.
- Identifies patient care problems and communicates them to the registered nurse.
- Maintains up to date and accurate documentation of nursing care in the EMR.
- Administers medications and immunizations as ordered.
- Performs and assists with procedures as needed ensuring all supplies are available and set up according to protocol.
- Practices within the scope of practice 100% of time.
- Assumes self-responsibility for direct care activities as indicated by the RN.
- Gives direct patient care according to the therapeutic plan and individual patient needs as directed by the patient care plan.
- Provides appropriate information to assist the RN ion the preparation and Maintenace of an effective care plan.
- Records patients vital signs, ADL, safety checks in the EMR.
- Notifies the RN of significant findings or changes in the patient's physical or mental conditions.
- Acts as a role model for ancillary staff.
- Insures privacy for patient and confidential of condition and personal an information.
- Maintains the confidentiality of the patients clinical records.
- Overseas CNA's to ensure proper care is provided and unit flows appropriately.
- Maintains LPN NYS requirements.
- BLS Certification when appropriate.
- Intravenous medication administration after RN has given the first dose.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Completion of an Licensed Practical Nurse program, required
- LPN II Course, required
Experience:
- Previous long term care experience, preferred
License/ Certification:
- Current NYS Licensure as a Practical Nurse, required
- BLS certification within 6 months of hire, required
Skills:
- Clinical Skills
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Interacting with People
- Multi-Tasking
- Reading/Writing/Comprehension
Physical Requirements:
- Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.
- Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, reaching, stooping
- Frequent typing/ clerical/ dexterity, grasping, hearing, pushing, repetitive motion, seeing/ monitor/ computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking
Hazards:
- Occasional: bodily fluids/ bloodborne exposure
Working Conditions:
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 Statement (Text Only):
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.
Min:
USD $24.86/Hr.
Max:
USD $35.59/Hr.
EEO Statement (Text Only):
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.