Job Description

Job Description

Certification Details

• BLS
• New York State Licensure

Job Details

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse or physician, the LPN performs nursing duties in the care and treatment of patients on an assigned unit.
• Demonstrates proficient knowledge in the treatment of patients requiring nursing care.
• Applies knowledge of illnesses, injuries, and diseases and uses available resources in performing the nursing process.
• Performs timely, comprehensive, and accurate reevaluations and documentation at regular intervals as defined by the department.
• Contributes to an individualized and appropriate plan of care delineating measurable patient care goals.

Job Requirements

• Ability to work in surroundings with degree of dust, noise, etc. without undue discomfort.
• Ability to hear, talk, walk, stand, bend and stretch.
• Ability to read, write and interpret documents.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and/or co-workers.

Additional Details

• May be exposed to mechanical/electrical/radiant/explosive/burn and chemical hazards.
• May be required to handle, dispose of and/or identify hazardous waste and hazardous materials.
• Must be trained in and knowledgeable of all Kingsbrook/Rutland policies and procedures pertaining to hazardous waste and hazardous materials.

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