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Licensed Practical Nurse - Orthopedic and Bariatric Surgery Unit 4-1 (Variable Shift)

Trinity Health • Full-time • Syracuse, New York, United States • $23.40 - $30.95 / hour • 3m ago

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Unit 4-1 services our Center for Orthopedics and our Accredited Center for Bariatric Services. 4-1 is a 20 bed Medical/Surgical/Telemetry unit caring for patients admitted for orthopedic total joint surgery. We incorporate a wellness approach to our primary care nursing model with a team focus to meet the needs of our patient population. Healthgrades rated us Five-Stars for Total Knee Replacement, 13 years running, and awarded us Five-Stars for Total Hip Replacement in 2019. We’re nationally rated as high-performing in knee and hip-replacement surgeries by U.S. News & World Report. St. Joseph’s also earned the Women’s’ Choice Award for America’s Best Hospitals in Bariatric Surgery and Orthopedics.

St Joseph’s is a recipient of the Women’s Choice Award for America’s Best Hospital in Orthopedics, the Quality Award, and received 5-star Health Grade recognition for spinal fusion surgery.

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a licensed health care provider who provides nursing care under the direction of an RN, physician, or other authorized health care provider.

The Nurse Practice Act defines the practice of a LPN as "performing tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of supportive and restorative care under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed physician, dentist, or other licensed health care provider legally authorized under this title and in accordance with the commissioner's regulations."

Job Description Details:

Position Highlights: Varying shifts, weekend and holiday rotations.

Recognized Leader: Only Magnet Hospital in Syracuse, highlighting our professional nursing staff.
Shared Governance: Unit practice counsel and open door guiding principle gives all our nurses a voice.
Professional Relationships: Strong rapport with the interprofessional care team.
Advancement: Strong orientation program and generous tuition allowance.
Work/Life: Flexible self-scheduling options to balance your work/life and school calendars.
Clinical Ladder to recognize advancement with medication administration.

What you will do:

Therapeutic nursing interventions under the supervision and direction of the RN for daily care, tube feeds, dressing changes and more.
Medication administration upon completion of medication course.
Documentation using the EPIC system.
Collaborative team approach: with interprofessional team of registered nurses, medical social work, care managers, nutrition, Rehab services, spiritual care and pharmacy.

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 is involved in the provision of direct care of patients and families.

Career Path:

Clinical ladder advancement with completion of medication administration course.
Career advancement to preceptor and Registered Nurse.

Mission Statement:

We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision:

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values:

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Education, Training, Experience, Certification and Licensure:

Graduation from an accredited school for Licensed Practical Nursing and current licensure, or eligibility for licensure, in the State of New York.
Maintains current BLS/CPR.
Participates in orientation and continuing education and updates and maintains knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

Work Environment and Hazards:

Clinical setting. Exposure Class I

Physical Demands:

Medium work: must be able to lift 25 pounds frequently; occasionally lifting maximum of 50 pounds. Will require ability to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist, squat and reach.

Work Contact Group:

All services, medical staff, patients, visitors, and various regulatory and professional agencies.

Supervised By:

Registered Nurse, Team Leader, Clinical Coordinator, Unit Manager, and Clinical Services/Nursing Administration.

Pay Range: $23.40 - $30.95

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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