Graduate Practical Nurse; GPN

Position: Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) - Full Time
Location: New York

** About Cayuga Health
** Cayuga Health offers patient-centered, comprehensive health services at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca;
Schuyler Hospital in Montour Falls; and more than 40 medical offices in the Finger Lakes and Central New York. Cayuga Health employs more than 450 providers from 40+ specialties. Additional services include a neo-natal intensive care unit, a home health care agency, an addiction recovery organization, and a skilled nursing facility.

Cayuga Health is a member of Centralus Health, a community-based integrated delivery system. Our mission is to deliver high-quality care, empower our teams to succeed, and improve the wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Our commitment to quality personalized care begins with our exceptional team—over 6500 employees strong.  At Cayuga Health, you will work in a collaborative environment that values excellence, integrity, compassion and stewardship. Together, we create an environment where empathy, honesty and a dedication to quality thrive, empowering us to make a positive impact on the lives we touch.

We offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and professional development opportunities to help our employees grow and thrive. Whether you are just starting your career or taking the next step in healthcare, we invite you to join us in shaping the future of care in our communities.

Learn more ugahealth.org.  Performs the primary functions of an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in assisting with assessment, planning, implementing and evaluating the care of all patients, regardless of age, during his/her shift. Responsible for meeting the established standards of skilled nursing practice. Professional Graduate Practical Nurse collaborates with the care team, participates in interdisciplinary care, and advocates for patients.

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* Roles and Responsibilities:

**** Demonstrate effective time management, critical thinking, delegation, and prioritization while gathering, monitoring, documenting, and reporting changes in patient conditions.
* Provide compassionate, ethical, and professional nursing care within the scope of practice while advocating for patient needs and safety.
* Maintain clinical knowledge and competency specific to the assigned care area and complete all required organizational education within established time frames.
* Communicate effectively and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate and promote quality patient care.
* Maintain accurate and thorough documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR), promote evidence-based practices, and participate in unit councils and staff meetings.
*** Required

Skills and Experience:

**** Graduate of a Nursing Program
* Certification:
As required for your care area. May include: CPR/BLS, ACLS, PALS, Specialty Certification recommended
* Must complete NCLEX certification examination within 6 months of hire
*** Preferred

Skills and Experience:

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* Experience:

Prior patient care and customer service experience preferred
* Licensure:
Licensed Practical Nurse
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* Physical Requirements:

**** May require lifting (up to 50 lbs.), may require sitting or standing for long periods. Must be able to physically operate the equipment required for the job
*** Location, Travel and Shift Requirements:
**** Onsite – Seneca View Skilled Nursing Facility – 220 Steuben St Montour Falls, NY 14865
*** Pay Range Disclosure:
**** Standard Rate of $26.15 to 37.00 per hour plus benefits