License Practical Nurse Emergency Department

Licensed Practical Nurse       EMERGENCY DEPT.     Union: 1199 FULL TIME   ALTERNATING WEEKENDS  11AM-11:30pm $35.8571                                      Job Description: * Under supervision of an RN, performs a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and re- assesses as per policy. * Provides direct care and indirect patient care services that meet psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care.  * Revise plan of care as indicated by the patient’s response to treatment.  * Assists in formulation of a teaching plan based on identified patient learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning.  * Assists physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of the RN. * Meets current documentation standards and policies. * Communicates with Social Services regarding patient needs. * Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition. * Ability to perform treatments and provide services according to scope of practice.     Requirements/Qualifications: * Current LPN licensure in New York State * BCLS required * Bilingual (English/Spanish preferred) * Basic computer skills * Child abuse Certification