Job Information
Catholic Health Licensed Practical Nurse MHB in Buffalo, New York
Salary: 25.64-32.71 USD
Facility: Mercy Hospital of Buffalo
Shift: Shift 3
Status: Part Time w/Benefits FTE: 0.626667
Bargaining Unit: CWA Local 1133
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Nights with Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours: 6:45pm to 7:00am
Summary:
As part of the acute hospital care at MHB, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) administers nursing care to designated patients under the direction of a registered nurse. The LPN will assist in coordinating and delegating the activities of the nurse assistants and will actively participate in the direct care of the patient. Through a patient and family centered approach, the LPN provides holistic, high quality and safe care to patients within the scope of practice identified by the State of New York, evidence-based nursing practices and the standards set by Catholic Health.
LPNs provide care to patients with complex care needs that are well defined and established, who have predictable outcomes and manageable responses. As a member of and in collaboration with the interprofessional care team, the LPN contributes to creating a world-class health experience for patients and their families with every interaction based on professionalism, the Hospital's Commitment to Caring and Catholic Health's Mercy Hospital values of excellence, leadership and professional Nursing.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing
Currently licensed and registered as a Practical Nurse in New York State or possessing a limited permit
BLS & ACLS validation and recertification in accordance to AHA standards
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Mental and physical health sufficient to meet the demands of the position
Ability to withstand some strenuous physical activity and stress
Manages workload in a fast-paced environment
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a sound knowledge of nursing standards of documentation
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Subject to inside environmental conditions
ENVIRONMENT
May be exposed to disagreeable conditions including but not limited to odors, blood, body excrete, etc.
May be exposed to communicable diseases
Clean, well-lighted, heated, and ventilated surroundings
REQNUMBER: 30121