Job Description
The Impact You Can Make
Utilize the nursing process for administering care of both well patients and those with health problems in an outpatient setting.
Team Impact
Provide safe, pleasant, environment for patient care
Functions as member of health care team in a cooperative manner
participates in the development, implementation, on-going evaluation and revision of nursing procedures
Demonstrates awareness of risk factors associated with: age, size, sensory perception, motor function, and medications
The Glens Falls Hospital Impact
Mission
Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.
How You Will Fulfill Your Potential
Responsibilities
Documentation of all patient care is required
Prepare patient by collecting and sharing data; blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, height/weight, Date of LMP, general history and chief complaint and identifies need for medication refills.
Collection of JCAHO required data elements, such as domestic violence, pain, and forms completion.
Assists and/or prepares patients for surgical procedures, tests, treatments and other diagnostic or therapeutic procedures.
Assists the health care provider in determining current and potential needs and /or problems with the patient
Document all patient assessment elements obtained.
participates in the development, implementation, on-going evaluation and revision of nursing procedures
Assists in the evaluation of supplies, equipment, and facilities
Education/Accredited Programs
Graduation from a Licensed Practical Nursing Program
Maintain competency in professional nursing practices
Current license and registration to practice Practical Nursing in New York State
Assumes responsibility for maintaining current knowledge related to the age and development of the patient population in areas in which they work
Licenses/Certificates/Registrations
Current license and registration to practice Nursing in New York State
Infection Control
BLS Certification
Skills/Abilities
Ability to complete basic mathematical calculations
Ability to complete tasks in efficient/timely manner
Ability to provide required nursing care under the direction of the medical provider
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing with personnel, patients, and medical providers
Ability to work effectively, in both cooperative and independent situations und the directions of the medical provider
Ability to recognize patient care problems and to react appropriately in patient care emergencies
Ability to seek and utilize nursing resources
Responsibility for nursing self-development and keeping current with advances in nursing knowledge and techniques
Communities We Serve
Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital!
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
Salary Range
The expected base rate for this Glens Falls, New York, United States-based position is $28.00 to $35.06 per hour. Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.
Benefits
Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found here .
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Part time, Relocation bonus,