Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Monday – Friday 8am-4:30pm

22670 Summit Drive #6

Watertown, New York

Organization Highlights

• Shared Governance: Unit practice counsel and open door guiding principle gives all our nurses a voice.
• Professional Relationships: Strong rapport with the interdisciplinary 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 interdisciplinary 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

• 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: $23.50 - $33.95

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

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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