HOURLY RANGE: $29.77 - $40.05 DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing routine nursing services at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation, including the Long-Term Care Facility, or Erie County Health Department Clinic. The incumbent provides routine nursing care to residents or patients, may assume charge responsibilities with minimal supervision and may perform higher level technical nursing tasks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, Physician or other higher-ranking professional of the department. Supervision may be exercised over Hospital/Institutional Aide. Does related work as required. Typical Work Activities Maintains equipment used in the care of patients; Administers and documents the administration of medications; Performs or assists with treatments and procedures; Teaches and/or assists with patient and family health care teaching as outlined on the care plan or as directed; Performs and records vital signs and weights; Administers internal feedings; Observes and monitors patient conditions and documents these in accordance with nursing standards; Informs nurse in charge of care provided to patients and status of patients’ condition; Reports incidents to nurse in charge; Develops and maintains interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and hospital personnel; Performs charge duties when necessary and as directed; Provides for patient safety and comfort; Performs tasks normally assigned to a Hospital/Institutional Aide; Transport patients in acute and long-term care facilities; Participates in In-service education. IN ADDITION, IF ASSIGNED TO THE ERIE COUNTY LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY: Maintains communication and reports changes in resident condition to supervising Registered Nurse; Administers and documents the administration of medications, including IV infusions and IV medications; Performs EKG testing, pulse oximetry testing and phlebotomy. Characteristics FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL Good knowledge of basic nursing techniques; good knowledge of advanced technical nursing skills; good knowledge of infection control; good knowledge of medication administration and pharmacology; ability to apply therapeutic treatments as prescribed; ability to understand and carry out exactly, detailed oral and written instructions; ability to keep records and prepare reports; good interpersonal skills; initiative; sound professional judgment; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Completion of a course of study in a registered School of Practical Nursing approved by the New York State Education Department And Either Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and maintenance throughout Duration Of Appointment, Or Possession of a limited Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) permit as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and Licensed Practical Nurse license within one year and maintenance of license throughout duration of appointment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR ECMCC POSITIONS ONLY: Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) from an approved ECMCC provider at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment. Special Requirements For Health Department Positions Only Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s license and use of a private automobile at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.** NOTE: **Not applicable to Erie County Medical Center Corporation
HOURLY RANGE: $29.77 - $40.05 DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing routine nursing services at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation, including the Long-Term Care Facility, or Erie County Health Department Clinic. The incumbent provides routine nursing care to residents or patients, may assume charge responsibilities with minimal supervision and may perform higher level technical nursing tasks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, Physician or other higher-ranking professional of the department. Supervision may be exercised over Hospital/Institutional Aide. Does related work as required. Typical Work Activities Maintains equipment used in the care of patients; Administers and documents the administration of medications; Performs or assists with treatments and procedures; Teaches and/or assists with patient and family health care teaching as outlined on the care plan or as directed; Performs and records vital signs and weights; Administers internal feedings; Observes and monitors patient conditions and documents these in accordance with nursing standards; Informs nurse in charge of care provided to patients and status of patients’ condition; Reports incidents to nurse in charge; Develops and maintains interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and hospital personnel; Performs charge duties when necessary and as directed; Provides for patient safety and comfort; Performs tasks normally assigned to a Hospital/Institutional Aide; Transport patients in acute and long-term care facilities; Participates in In-service education. IN ADDITION, IF ASSIGNED TO THE ERIE COUNTY LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY: Maintains communication and reports changes in resident condition to supervising Registered Nurse; Administers and documents the administration of medications, including IV infusions and IV medications; Performs EKG testing, pulse oximetry testing and phlebotomy. Characteristics FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL Good knowledge of basic nursing techniques; good knowledge of advanced technical nursing skills; good knowledge of infection control; good knowledge of medication administration and pharmacology; ability to apply therapeutic treatments as prescribed; ability to understand and carry out exactly, detailed oral and written instructions; ability to keep records and prepare reports; good interpersonal skills; initiative; sound professional judgment; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Completion of a course of study in a registered School of Practical Nursing approved by the New York State Education Department And Either Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and maintenance throughout Duration Of Appointment, Or Possession of a limited Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) permit as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and Licensed Practical Nurse license within one year and maintenance of license throughout duration of appointment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR ECMCC POSITIONS ONLY: Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) from an approved ECMCC provider at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment. Special Requirements For Health Department Positions Only Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s license and use of a private automobile at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.** NOTE: **Not applicable to Erie County Medical Center Corporation LPN
HOURLY RANGE: $29.77 - $40.05 DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing routine nursing services at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation, including the Long-Term Care Facility, or Erie County Health Department Clinic. The incumbent provides routine nursing care to residents or patients, may assume charge responsibilities with minimal supervision and may perform higher level technical nursing tasks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, Physician or other higher-ranking professional of the department. Supervision may be exercised over Hospital/Institutional Aide. Does related work as required. Typical Work Activities Maintains equipment used in the care of patients; Administers and documents the administration of medications; Performs or assists with treatments and procedures; Teaches and/or assists with patient and family health care teaching as outlined on the care plan or as directed; Performs and records vital signs and weights; Administers internal feedings; Observes and monitors patient conditions and documents these in accordance with nursing standards; Informs nurse in charge of care provided to patients and status of patients’ condition; Reports incidents to nurse in charge; Develops and maintains interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and hospital personnel; Performs charge duties when necessary and as directed; Provides for patient safety and comfort; Performs tasks normally assigned to a Hospital/Institutional Aide; Transport patients in acute and long-term care facilities; Participates in In-service education. IN ADDITION, IF ASSIGNED TO THE ERIE COUNTY LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY: Maintains communication and reports changes in resident condition to supervising Registered Nurse; Administers and documents the administration of medications, including IV infusions and IV medications; Performs EKG testing, pulse oximetry testing and phlebotomy. Characteristics FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL Good knowledge of basic nursing techniques; good knowledge of advanced technical nursing skills; good knowledge of infection control; good knowledge of medication administration and pharmacology; ability to apply therapeutic treatments as prescribed; ability to understand and carry out exactly, detailed oral and written instructions; ability to keep records and prepare reports; good interpersonal skills; initiative; sound professional judgment; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Completion of a course of study in a registered School of Practical Nursing approved by the New York State Education Department And Either Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and maintenance throughout Duration Of Appointment, Or Possession of a limited Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) permit as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and Licensed Practical Nurse license within one year and maintenance of license throughout duration of appointment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR ECMCC POSITIONS ONLY: Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) from an approved ECMCC provider at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment. Special Requirements For Health Department Positions Only Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s license and use of a private automobile at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.** NOTE: **Not applicable to Erie County Medical Center Corporation LPN
HOURLY RANGE: $44.10 - $59.58 DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves directing, coordinating and supervising professional and nonprofessional nursing staff and participating in the nursing and daily activity needs of patients/residents on a unit, for an assigned shift. This is a professional/supervisory nursing position requiring a high degree of competence and tact. Work is performed under the direct supervision of higher ranking professional nursing staff. Supervision is exercised over lower level professional and non-professional nursing staff. Does related work as required. Typical Work Activities CLINICAL Monitors and ensures that established standards of care and the nursing process are utilized in the delivery of patient/resident care including but not limited to assessment, care planning, intervention, evaluation, discharge planning and health teaching; Participates and ensures the maintenance of safety standards for staff, patients/residents and visitors; Plans and conducts needed patient/resident centered conferences; Intervenes in identified patient/resident problems and seeks resolution; Communicates to physicians, higher ranking nurses and other staff the needs of patients/residents; Assures the processing and implementation of physician orders in a timely manner; Establishes patient/resident care priorities; Serves as a clinical resource person to other staff; Serves as liaison between patients/residents, family, physician and the health care team; Provides nursing care as needed; Assures documentation of patient/resident condition as required. NON-CLINICAL Assesses overall unit activity and patient/resident care needs for assigned shift; Makes patient/resident care assignments according to departmental standards; Communicates all clinical and operational activities from shift to shift; Communicates immediate concerns related to staff performance issues, physician or patient/resident concerns or other unit management issues to the unit manager/higher ranking nurse; Reinforces cost effective utilization of personnel and supplies; Supports and participates in the quality improvement process; Participates in the evaluation of staff performance and the orientation of new staff; Ensures assigned staff attends in-service as scheduled; Maintains knowledge of new and current skills and trends in nursing; Provides input into scheduling; Contributes to formulation of unit/facility goals and objectives. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of the principles, procedures, techniques, and terminology of professional nursing; Good knowledge of the biological, physical, social and medical science as they relate to nursing care; Ability to develop management skills; Ability to work effectively with others; Ability to work well in crisis situations; Ability to assist in administration of nursing and non-nursing ancillary activities; Ability to perform more difficult professional nursing duties; Ability to maintain records and prepare reports; Good communication skills, both oral and written; Sound professional judgment; Initiative; Resourcefulness; Industry; Dependability; Tact; Good health; Physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited school of professional nursing and possession of a license to practice as a registered professional nurse in New York State and either: Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor's degree in nursing and six (6) months of professional nursing experience in the specialty area to which assignment is requested; or One (1) year of professional nursing experience in the specialty area to which assignment is requested; An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B). Specialty areas shall include *critical care, *emergency nursing, medical/surgical, operating room, hemodialysis, ambulatory care and behavioral health. *Please note that critical care experience will meet the minimum requirements for positions in the post anesthesia recovery room and the cardiac catheterization laboratory.* NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.
HOURLY RANGE: $28.04 - $37.33 DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work involves performing routine nursing services at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation, including the Long-Term Care Facility, or Erie County Health Department Clinic. The incumbent provides routine nursing care to residents or patients, may assume charge responsibilities with minimal supervision and may perform higher level technical nursing tasks. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, Physician or other higher-ranking professional of the department. Supervision may be exercised over Hospital/Institutional Aide. Does related work as required. Typical Work Activities Maintains equipment used in the care of patients; Administers and documents the administration of medications; Performs or assists with treatments and procedures; Teaches and/or assists with patient and family health care teaching as outlined on the care plan or as directed; Performs and records vital signs and weights; Administers internal feedings; Observes and monitors patient conditions and documents these in accordance with nursing standards; Informs nurse in charge of care provided to patients and status of patients’ condition; Reports incidents to nurse in charge; Develops and maintains interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors and hospital personnel; Performs charge duties when necessary and as directed; Provides for patient safety and comfort; Performs tasks normally assigned to a Hospital/Institutional Aide; Transport patients in acute and long-term care facilities; Participates in In-service education. IN ADDITION, IF ASSIGNED TO THE ERIE COUNTY LONG-TERM CARE FACILITY: Maintains communication and reports changes in resident condition to supervising Registered Nurse; Administers and documents the administration of medications, including IV infusions and IV medications; Performs EKG testing, pulse oximetry testing and phlebotomy. Characteristics FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL Good knowledge of basic nursing techniques; good knowledge of advanced technical nursing skills; good knowledge of infection control; good knowledge of medication administration and pharmacology; ability to apply therapeutic treatments as prescribed; ability to understand and carry out exactly, detailed oral and written instructions; ability to keep records and prepare reports; good interpersonal skills; initiative; sound professional judgment; capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Qualifications Completion of a course of study in a registered School of Practical Nursing approved by the New York State Education Department And Either Possession of a license and current registration to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and maintenance throughout Duration Of Appointment, Or Possession of a limited Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) permit as issued by the New York State Education Department at time of appointment and Licensed Practical Nurse license within one year and maintenance of license throughout duration of appointment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR ECMCC POSITIONS ONLY: Possession of Basic Life Support (BLS) from an approved ECMCC provider at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment. Special Requirements For Health Department Positions Only Possession of a valid New York State Driver’s license and use of a private automobile at time of appointment and maintenance throughout duration of appointment.** NOTE: **Not applicable to Erie County Medical Center Corporation
