030H-LPN PT 11.5

 Position Summary

Summary:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs tasks and responsibilities within the framework of health teaching, health counseling and provision of supportive care under the direction of a registered professional nurse (RN), licensed independent practitioner or otherwise legally authorized physician.

Qualifications

Responsibilities:
Education Required

• Must complete in-house orientation program

• Must complete annual mandatory in-service education (Hospital/Nursing)

• Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Practical Nursing

• Must complete internal Nursing Orientation program successfully and in a timely manner



Experience And Skills

• Speaks, reads and writes English

• Clinical experience/skills relevant to the assigned area of practice

• Good verbal, written communication and interpersonal skills

• Computer proficiency



License/Certifications

• Current and valid New York State registration authorizing practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) OR limited permit authorizing practice as a Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN).

• Certifications required for assigned area of practice:

• BLS

• Other(s):

Working Conditions

Other information:
Working Conditions

• Frequent, prolonged standing/walking

• Lifts, positions and/or transfers patients/equipment

• Protective clothing/equipment worn