LPN
St Francis Commons, Oswego, NY
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: (Adhere to scope of practice for Licensed Practical Nursing per New York State regulatory guidelines.)
- Adhere to agency policy and procedures.
- Maintains confidentiality of all agency related and client information.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings, in-services, Quality Improvement activities and other meetings as requested.
- Assumes duties and responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor or designee.
- Provides direct client care according to the therapeutic plan under the direct supervision of the Nursing Field Supervisor/Director of Patient Services.
- Provides appropriate information to assist the RN in the preparation and maintenance of an effective plan of care.
- Reinforces instruction given to the client/family by the RN or physician.
- May administer prescribed medications to clients under specific policy of the agency.
- Performs selected prescribed treatments and nursing measures for the client in home care after demonstrating skill to the Nursing Field Supervisor or Director of Patient Services.
- Notifies the RN of significant findings or changes in the client's physical and/or mental condition.
- Documents on official records reflecting the client's condition and response to medications, treatments and nursing tasks.
- Adherence to LPN scope of practice limitations, i.e., inability to perform nursing assessments, but may report to an agency RN on any patient observations noted.
- Other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
- Current valid New York State license and registration as a Practical Nurse.
- Minimum of one (1) year medical/surgical experience, preferred.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to comprehend and communicate information both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
- Ability to set priorities and organize work.
- Ability to relate to a diverse and multi-cultural population.
- Ability to be flexible and work with minimal supervision.
- Ability to function autonomously, to make decision, to problem solve, and to manage emergency situations in the home.
- Ability to successfully complete a Competency and Proficiency Test and skills evaluation appropriate for the position upon hiring and annually thereafter.
- Pass a physical examination and immunization requirements after being offered employment and a health assessment annually thereafter.
- Possess a valid driver's license and has a car available for work use. 10. Able to lift 50-pounds, be able to sit, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, pull, climb, reach, lift and perform repetitive movements of the upper extremities