Licensed Practical Nurse Sterling

Facility: Sterling Surgical Center Shift: Shift 1 Status: Full Time FTE: 1.066000 Bargaining Unit: Catholic Health Emmaus Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No Work Schedule: Days Hours: Summary: Contributes to the company's mission and values by treating patients, visitors and staff with a friendly, helpful demeanor both in person and over the phone. Provides care in the ambulatory setting directed toward meeting both the psychosocial and physical needs of the patient. Is a resource person and teacher. Care given reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations. Utilizes initiative and strives to maintain steady level of productivity. Is a self-starter. Is compatible and supportive; and a team player. Communicates on behalf of the patient, reflects the mission, ethics and goals of the facility, as well as the focus statement of the department. Responsibilities: EDUCATION Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Licensed to practice in New York State. EXPERIENCE One year clinical nursing experience, ACLS preferred. Critical care classes, sedation or other advanced orientation may be required based on specialty assignment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY Communicates clearly and timely both verbally and in writing to advance positive patient outcomes and organizational goals and objectives. Conducts self in a professional manner Demonstrating professional competence Communicates with a positive and caring attitude Demonstrates ability to perform work in an accurate and timely manner. Able to Demonstrate commitment to professional practice by: Adhering to professional practice standards. Participating in Quality Improvement Process. Adhering to principles of Patient Bill of Rights