The best thing about this role Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. Recently named a Forbes America's Best-In-State Employer 2022! What you'll do The Licensed Practical Nurse Acute Care under the general supervision of the Nurse Manager, provides direct and indirect patient care with direction by a Registered Professional Nurse or Physician. The LPN functions as part of the interdisciplinary health care team. Provides direct and indirect nursing care individualized to patients’ needs. Collects and records relevant patient health data accurately. Evaluates health data to identify patient problems. Implements and documents specified interventions. Identifies and reports deviations from expected patient outcomes. Provides patients and families with established patient education materials and the patients plan of care per unit guidelines as measured by direct supervisory observation. Performs procedures according to medical orders and nursing standards with appropriates supervision as permitted by law and hospital policy, as measured by direct supervisory observation. Documents appropriately as measured by direct supervisory observation and random record review. Adheres to approved, research-based practice standards. Directs and supervises patient care provided by support personnel according to department guidelines. Demonstrates flexibility and collaboration in solving care problems. Uses material and other resources prudently. Advocates for patients to ensure that care preserves and protects the patient’s autonomy, dignity and rights Delivers care in a non-judgmental and non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient diversity, as measured by no significant, substantiated patient or peer complaints received by the manager/supervisor. Advocates for patient needs. Acts on behalf of patients in an ethical manner. Acquires and maintains current knowledge and skills in his or her area of practice. Completes required unit credentialing according to departmental policy. Participates in 4-8 hours of educational activity related to job function annually and provides documented evidence of attendance or activity to supervisor. Practices within the New York State-defined LPN scope of practice. Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager. What we need from you Education: Graduation from a Practical Nursing program, required Experience: Previous healthcare experience, preferred License/ Certification: Current NYS licensure as a Practical Nurse or valid interim permit, required BLS certification within 6 months of hire, required Skills: Communication Multi-Tasking Clinical Skills Physical Requirements: Heavy Work - Exerting up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs of force frequently, and/or up to 20 lbs, of force constantly to move objects Occasional balancing, crouching, kneeling Frequent typing/ clerical/ dexterity, grasping, hearing, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, seeing/ monitor/ computer use, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), walking, fit testing Hazards: Frequent bodily fluids/ bloodborne exposure Working Conditions: Occasional odors Frequent noise Travel: Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis Total Rewards Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include: Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time Medical, dental and vision insurance Life insurance and disability protection Retirement benefits including an employer match And more! Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position. We are also offering a sign-on bonus for this position! Details and eligibility requirements will be discussed during the interview process. Current employees of Bassett Healthcare Network are not eligible and are encouraged to apply through the internal job board. This position is eligible for a sign on bonus up to: USD $5,000.00 Pay Transparency Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement. Pay Range Minimum: USD $25.23/Hr. Pay Range Maximum: USD $37.85/Hr. We love the difference people bring We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.