LPN Employee Health

Bassett Healthcare Cooperstown, NY 13326, US

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What you'll do

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and/or LPN, Advanced, provides basic nursing care; provide support and assistance by performing clerical, administrative assistant and clinical responsibility under the direction of the Employee Health, Registered Professional Nurse, and Employee Health Physician. The LPN functions as part of the interdisciplinary health care team.

Provides ongoing nursing care individualized to the department needs
Perform clerical duties as assigned
Collaborate with all Bassett Healthcare Networks
Assist with documentation of Workers compensation and other necessary documents
Communicate with RN on services provided to personal when needed
Provides support personnel according to department guidelines, as measured by co-worker feedback and managerial observation
Identifies practice problems and consistently seeks solutions through appropriate communication channels
Performs, maintains and documents testing/supplies and equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures
Order office supplies as needed
Assists with various outreach clinics such as vaccines clinics
Refers personal with identifiable limitations and/or health risks to RN, and Employee Health Physician
Trends employee illnesses/injuries to identify safety and health issues
Performs an immunization update and determines new personal immunity to immunizations as per regulatory standards
Perform TB screening for all new personal, using a TST / QuantiFeron Gold / T-spot or documenting previous exposure and assuring that the new employee if free of symptoms
Perform Fit Testing per OSHA standards
Advocates for personal to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity and rights
Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to employee patient diversity, 100% of the time, as measured by supervisory observation
Maintains current licensure, certification, and competencies
Provides proof of current BLS validation to supervisor
Completes required departmental policy by providing documented evidence of completion to supervisor
Provides to supervisor evidence of completion all required annual training and competency validation
Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice 100% of the time, as determined by co-worker feedback and direct supervisory observation
Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his/her area of practice
Functions within the L.P.N. scope of practice
Adherence to legal requirements pertinent to employee health and safety
Participates in required number of hours educational activity related to job function (LPN: 4-8; LPN Advanced: 8-12) annually and provides documented evidence of attendance or activity to supervisor
Performs similar or related duties as requested or directed
Performs other duties as requested and observed by HR Employee Health Business Partner
Organizational Responsibilities:
Uses supplies and institutional resources in a financially responsible manner
Maintains an orderly, clean and safe work environment at all times
Maintains appropriate, neat, clean and professional personal appearance, including but not limited to required attire such as uniforms and safety apparel
Demonstrates a positive, pleasant and friendly attitude at all times
Uses flexibility, innovation and the highest of ethical standards while conducting any business
Demonstrates collaborative practice, support and respect for each team member
Participates in departmental meetings
Demonstrates initiative in expanding and sharing knowledge
Communicates with coworkers while adhering always to hospital policies for the protection of the privacy of employee health information and confidentiality
Communicates necessary information to HR Employee Health Business Partner / HR Director of Total Rewards in support of departmental and facility standards and policies

What we need from you

Education:

Graduation from a Practical Nursing Program, required

Experience:

New Graduate, preferred
Minimum 1 year previous healthcare experience, preferred

Licensure/Certifications:

Current NYS Licensure as a Practical Nurse, required
BLS Certification within 6 months of hire, required

Skills:

Multi-Tasking
Computer Skills
Time Management
Maintain Confidentiality
Communication
Clinical Skills
Resourcefulness
Initiating Projects

Physical Requirements:

Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 lbs. for force occasionally, and/or up to 20 lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects
Occasional crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, stooping
Frequent reaching
Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, standing, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking, fit testing

Hazards:

Occasional chemical, electrical
Frequent bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure

Working Conditions:

Occasional extreme temperatures, odors

Travel:

Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability protection
Retirement benefits including an employer match
And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life insurance and disability protection
Retirement benefits including an employer match
And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Transparency

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:

USD $27.31/Hr.
Pay Range Maximum:

USD $40.97/Hr.
We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

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