Job Information
St. Mary's Healthcare LPN- Womens Health Center in Amsterdam, New York
Job Requisition: REQ2748
Employment Type: Full-Time
Shift: Days
Hours Per Week: 40 hours
Location: Womens Health Center
Hiring range: $ 23.23 - $30.20 The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.
Responsibilities: • Contributes to the assessment of patients and assures the well-being of patients. • Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments. • Performs laboratory tests and therapeutic services. • Educates patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care
Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.
Education:
Diploma from an accredited school/college of LPN/LVN nursing required.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
Required Credential(s): • BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date. • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the New York Board of Nursing. Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.
Complexity of Work: • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment.
Personal Protective Equipment: • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.