Licensed Practical Nurse - Ambulatory Care - Oneonta health center Pediatrics Job Oneonta area,New York USA,Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Ambulatory Care Advanced

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.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Ambulatory Care Advanced provides direct and indirect patient care under the direction of the Registered Professional Nurse, Nurse Practitioner, Physician's Assistant, or Physician. The LPN functions as part of the interdisciplinary health care team. The LPN, Advanced, serves as a resource for other team members and is active in the orientation of new staff. May be required to make home visits.

Directs and supervises patient care provided by other LPNs and support personnel according to department guidelines.

Identifies practice problems and consistently seeks solutions through appropriate communication channels.

Demonstrates operational problem-solving ability through written exemplar, patient/family feedback, co-worker report or direct managerial observation

Provides direct and indirect nursing care individualized to the patient's needs.

Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately

Evaluates health data to identify patient problems

Implements and documents specified interventions

Identifies deviations from expected patient outcomes

Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards

Performs and documents Point of Care (POC) testing and quality control in accordance with established laboratory policies and procedures

Maintains and documents testing reagents/supplies and equipment according to established laboratory procedures

Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient's autonomy, dignity and rights.

Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity

Assures that patients have informed consent signed for indicated procedures

Maintains current licensure, certification, and competencies.

Provides proof of current BLS validation to supervisor.

Completes required unit credentialing according to departmental policy

Provides to supervisor evidence of completion all required annual training and competency validation

Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice 100% of the time

Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his/her area of practice.

Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.

Graduation from a Practical Nursing program, required

Minimum 2 years' experience in relevant area of ambulatory practice, required

Current NYS LPN Licensure as a Practical Nurse or a valid interim permit, required
BLS certification with 6 months of hire, required
Additional credentials as determined by specific work unit required

Clinical Skills
Multi-Tasking
Interacting with People
Analysis & Evaluation
Take Initiative

Heavy Work
- Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects
Occasional climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception)
Frequent balancing, typing/ clerical/ dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/ monitor/ computer use, standing, talking, walking
Constant fit testing

Occasional burns, chemical, electrical, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy
Frequent bodily fluids/ blood borne exposure

Occasional noise, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors

Occasional Travel
- The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

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.

We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! The bonus amounts are based on the position type and are listed below. Additional details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. At the discretion of leadership, this program may terminate or be suspended at any time.

RN (excluding management) sign-on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $20,000 for full time
LPN sign on bonuses are awarded in the amount of $10,000 for full time

Eligible Employers: A.O. Fox Hospital, Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Valley Health Services and…