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Rochester Regional Health Licensed Pratical Nurse - Inpatient Orthopedic Unit in Rochester, New York
Description Job Title: Licensed Practical NurseDepartment: Inpatient Orthopedic UnitLocation: Rochester General HospitalHours Per Week: 24 Hours (Part-Time)Schedule: Day/Evening/NightSUMMARY: The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans. The Licensed Practical Nurse is a key member of the care delivery team. The Licensed Practical Nurse communicates the needs of the patient and the team; collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, takes direction from the RN and delegates appropriately to the other members of the team.The Inpatient Orthopedic Unit (6800) is a 39 bed unit that specializes in Orthopedic Surgeries. In addition to joint replacement, 6800 offers the opportunity for RNs to care for patients who have had spinal surgery, upper extremity surgery, general surgery, and several types of fractures both surgical and non-surgical.RESPONSIBILITIES:Patient Care & Service - Promote and restore patients' health by completing the nursing process; collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; perform various treatment procedures; provide physical, educational and emotional support to patients, friends and families; supervise assigned team members.Medication Administration & Reporting - Administer medication and give/receive relevant reports, both written and verbal from/to appropriate staff as per departmental protocols.Documentation - Ensure concise, pertinent and complete documentation using computerized medical record process.Preparation - Ensure clinical areas are properly supplied and exam rooms are available and stocked.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing or equivalent required.Current licensure in State of New York as a Licensed Practical Nurse.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Strong communication, customer service, and interpersonal skills highly desired.At least 6 months experience preferredPHYSICAL 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.PAY RANGE: $24.75 - $30.75 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/VeteranApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjk3NTU2LjEwNDE3QHJvY2hlc3RlcnJlZ2lvbmFsY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20
Minimum Salary: 24.75 Maximum Salary: 30.75 Salary Unit: Hourly