Licensed Practical Nurse LTC - RPT- Night Shift

Erie County Medical Center Corporation is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for night shift work in long-term care. This position involves providing routine nursing care to residents in the Long-Term Care Facility or Erie County Health Department Clinic under the general supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, Physician, or other higher-ranking professional. You may assume charge responsibilities with minimal supervision and may perform higher-level technical nursing tasks. You may also supervise Hospital/Institutional Aides.

Responsibilities

• Maintain equipment used in patient care
• Administer and document medication administration
• Perform or assist with treatments and procedures
• Teach and assist with patient and family health care education as outlined in care plans
• Perform and record vital signs and weights
• Administer internal feedings
• Observe and monitor patient conditions and document findings in accordance with nursing standards
• Inform the nurse in charge of care provided and patient status
• Report incidents to the nurse in charge
• Develop and maintain interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, and hospital personnel
• Perform charge duties when necessary and as directed
• Provide for patient safety and comfort
• Perform tasks normally assigned to Hospital/Institutional Aides
• Transport patients in acute and long-term care facilities
• Participate in in-service education

Additional Responsibilities for Long-Term Care Facility Assignment

• Maintain communication and report changes in resident condition to the supervising Registered Nurse
• Administer and document medication administration, including IV infusions and IV medications
• Perform EKG testing, pulse oximetry testing, and phlebotomy

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a course of study in a registered School of Practical Nursing approved by the New York State Education Department
• Either: Active license and current registration to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and maintained throughout duration of appointment, OR possession of a limited Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) permit at time of appointment with Licensed Practical Nurse license obtained within one year and maintained throughout duration of appointment
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved ECMCC provider at time of appointment and maintained throughout duration of appointment

Additional Requirements for Health Department Positions Only

• Valid New York State Driver's license
• Use of a private automobile at time of appointment and maintained throughout duration of appointment

Note: Driver's license and private automobile requirements do not apply to Erie County Medical Center Corporation positions.

Compensation

• Hourly range: $29.77 - $40.05

Schedule

• Night shift