Licensed Practical Nurse - Skilled

FOR RN: Common Diagnosis/Treatment: Equipped to handle situations ranging from acute medical and surgical emergencies to other urgent illnesses and injuries. Level 2 Trauma Center, Regional Stroke and Stemi center IV Pumps: Types: Alaris smart pump Level of Care : Level II Trauma and Stroke Center, Emergency Care Number of Beds: 27, increasing to 49 Nurse to Patient Ratio: 1:4 Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend Type of Staff Scheduling: self scheduling Charting: Epic Scrub Color: Any Patient Experience Challenges / Focus: No space for visitors, under construction next two years FOR LPN: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Acute Care provides skilled nursing care tasks and procedures under the direction of an RN, nurse practitioner, clinical nurse specialist, physician, or other authorized health care provider in the Inpatient Specialty Care departments. Work Environment The work is usually performed in an office setting. Occasionally, there may be exposure to the risks and hazards of work environments and conditions requiring special safety precautions and clothing. All Age Groups Essential Functions: Essential functions are those tasks, duties and responsibilities that are performed with or without reasonable accommodation. • Performs clinical assignments within scope of practice to maximize patient experience and ensure patient safety. Promotes and facilitates the compliance and understanding of Joint Commission, NYS DOH, Infection Control and all regulatory standards. •Under the direction of a provider or RN, educates patient and family in health promotion and disease management using available resources. •Utilizes a working knowledge of pharmacology and safely administers medications according to UHS Hospitals policy. Maintains CLIA Waived Lab standards and performs CLIA Waived Lab testing and proficiency validations according to regulatory standards. Includes tri annual AAFP Lab Proficiency testing, lab quality controls and lab credentialing if required by department. •Collaborates with patients, families, and other members of the healthcare team to coordinate patient care. Participates in Performance Improvement activities, reviews PI data and assists in the development of Performance Improvement plans. •Participates in educational opportunities The Ideal Canidate will have the following skills: Adaptability Attention to Detail Willingness to Collaborate Strong Communication (verbal & written) Planning (Organizing, Time Management) Strive to devlieve quality service Reliable Knowledge of Safety and Risk Management
At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Free, quality, private housing
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

Years of Experience: 0. NY License FOR RN: Yrs of exp: 2, BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC FOR LPN: Basic Skills Certifications (CPR)
At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.