Licensed Practical Nurse - Skilled Nursing Facility

Building Name : CVPH - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital

Location Address : 75 Beekman Street, Plattsburgh New York

Regular

Department : CVPH - Skilled Nursing Facility

Full Time

Standard Hours : 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours : 80

Shift : Evening

Primary Shift : 2 : 15 PM - 10 : 45 PM

Weekend Needs : Every Other

Salary Range : Min $28.20 Mid $34.55 Max $40.89

Recruiter : Kara Marszalkowski

Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally.

GENERAL SUMMARY :

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct patient care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, in accordance with the NYS Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies, and the standards set by Nursing Services and the Nursing Practice Council. AHA-BLS certification is required however, certification is not a qualifying factor to obtain the position.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Education / Skills Required :

1. Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.

2. Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.

3. Previous experience preferred.

4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

5. Ability to work with other healthcare team members.

6. Meets requirements of physical / pre-placement screening.

As applicable, the individual has training / competency in attending to the special needs and / or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.

This is a bargaining union position.