Licensed Practical Nurse - Med/Surg Complex Care

Rochester Regional Health; Rochester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Rochester is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care as part of a collaborative team. This part-time role requires an accredited practical nursing background and current New York licensure. The successful candidate will promote patient health, administer medications, and ensure thorough documentation. Strong communication and customer service skills are preferred. Join a dynamic setting that offers diverse experiences in patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing or equivalent required.
• Current licensure in State of New York as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• At least 6 months LPN experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote and restore patients' health through nursing process.
• Administer medication and provide relevant reports.
• Ensure proper documentation using computerized medical record process.
• Prepare clinical areas and ensure they are stocked.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Customer service skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing

Current New York State Licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Department: Medical-Surgical Complex Care Unit (6800)

Location: Rochester General Hospital

Hours Per Week: 24 Hours (Part-Time)

Schedule: Day/Evening/Night

SUMMARY

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 COMPLEX CARE MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT (6800)

is a 39-bed acute medical telemetry unit caring for a wide range of patients, including those with medical-surgical needs, orthopedic overflow, and ED holds. The unit supports both medically complex patients and those preparing for safe discharge. This unit is a great fit for nurses who thrive in fast-paced, high-acuity settings that require strong clinical judgment and collaboration.

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 LPN experience preferred

PHYSICAL 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

$27.00 - $33.00