Licensed Practical Nurse - CPEP - Peer Bridger Services

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Day shift

A valid NYS drivers license is required

Organization Highlights

• Only local hospital to receive a Leapfrog A for safety.
• Shared Governance: Unit practice counsel and open-door guiding principle gives all our nurses a voice.
• Professional Relationships: Strong rapport with cardiology and hospitalist physician groups.
• We incorporate a primary care nursing model with a team approach to meet the needs of the patient population
• Advancement: Strong orientation program and generous tuition allowance.
• Work/Life: Predictable patterned scheduling options balance work/life/school calendars.
• We encourage job share opportunities to enhance satisfaction and growth.
  
  

What You Will Do

• Provide bedside patient care, administer medications, and complete nursing tasks.
• Provide excellent care and practice per clinical services standards of care guidelines.
• Utilizing the Nursing Process, plans, directs and supervises the care of patients in addition to being involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families.
• Participate in precepting and mentoring students and new staff.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.
• Utilizing the Nursing Process, plans, directs and supervises the care of patients in addition to being involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families.
  
  

Education, Training, Experience, Certification And Licensure

• Graduation from an accredited school for Licensed Practical Nursing and current licensure in the State of New York.
• Maintains current BLS/CPR.
• Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
  
  

Work Environment And Hazards

• Clinical setting. Exposure Class I
  
  

Physical Demands

• Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat and reach.
  
  

Work Contact Group

• All services, medical staff, patients, visitors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.
  
  

Supervised By

• Registered Nurse, Team Leader, Clinical Coordinator, Unit Manager, and Clinical Services/Nursing Administration.
  
  

Pay Range: $25.00 - $32.55

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.