LPN ED Unit Patient Care Unit 1-4
Trinity Health - Syracuse, NY
posted about 1 month ago
About the position
Our ED Observation department includes a fast-paced short stay acute unit, admission flex unit and a short stay inpatient unit, all with an expected 24-48-hour length of stay. Our specialties include chest pain, syncope, r/o TIA, CHF, preoperative surgical patients, and medical conditions requiring observational stays. Unit specific specialized training includes IV placement, 12 Lead EKG performance and interpretation, Venipunctures, Point of Care Troponins (POCT), BLS, ACLS, EKG 1 and EKG 2 core classes. Join our exceptional team known for quality care and excellent outcomes. Our Leaders deliver the support needed and work right alongside staff to provide a safe and efficient work environment. We are devoted to flexible scheduling and work hard to balance and meet the needs of our staff.
Responsibilities
- Ensures quality nursing care is rendered to all patients in accordance with the New York Nurse Practice Act, National Standards of Practice, and Nursing and Clinical Service standards of care and practice.
- Utilizing the Nursing Process, plans, directs and supervises the care of patients in addition to being involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families under the leadership of an RN.
- Emergency intervention and care of triaged patients to the appropriate setting.
- Care for and provide treatment modalities.
- Collaborative team approach with physicians, clinical affiliates, nursing, case managers, social work, EMS and unit support staff.
- Participate in community events to educate and promote health and wellness.
- Various work options and learning opportunities are available within the unit.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing and current LPN licensure, or eligibility for licensure, in the State of New York.
- One year of clinical experience with medication administration preferred.
- Current BLS & CPR certifications.
Nice-to-haves
- Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.
Benefits
- Generous tuition reimbursement and Leadership development programs.
- Self-scheduling options to balance your work/life and school calendars.
