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SalaryCompany Overview:
Cayuga Health is the region's leading healthcare system, and most trusted driver of integrated health services, together with valued partners. We empower our people and employ our capabilities to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. At Cayuga Health System, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.
Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Cayuga Health provides an outstanding place to work in a vibrant community. Come discover all that Ithaca, New York and Cayuga Health has to offer!
Position Overview:
The LPN on Maternal Child Health is responsible for direct patient care to all patients within the Maternal Child Health department. The position will work collaboratively with all department members to implement and evaluate the patient's physical, psychological emotional, educational and spiritual needs under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse. Strong interpersonal and excellent communication skills are required as well as being able to interact with people from a variety of cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds.
What you'll do:
- Dispenses medication within scope of practice and accurately documents in patients EMR. Plans for care of patients, demonstrating the ability to effectively prioritize both expected and unanticipated needs. Involves patients and families in establishing care goals
- Obtaining data related to patient care and recording accurately in the patients EMR.
- Reports abnormal findings or changes in mental and emotional conditions of the patient to the RN. Examples include changes in vital signs, abnormal weight gain or loss, inability to locate a fetal heart rate, increase in pain, etc.
- Responds promptly to call bells and patient needs.
- Know what surgical procedure is being performed, Follows AORN Guidelines/Hospital P&P for surgical hand scrub, anticipate surgeon's needs, make sure a "time out" has been called before handing scalpel to the surgeon, and maintain a sterile field.
- Appropriately stocks all areas of the department, including the OR and does bi-weekly audits of the OR.
- Knows how to appropriately perform and document a hearing screen.
- Appropriately sets up, cleans (including equipment) and stocks after a delivery and C-section.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Current NYS LPN license
Preferred Qualifications:
- Will obtain BLS during introductory period, ACLS, PALS, and NRP within 6 months of hire.
- Previous experience in Maternal Child Health
Physical Requirements:
- Repetitive use of hands and fingers (g. use of the computer keyboard) light lifting in regards to patient care. Ability to sit, stand, or walk for long periods of time as it pertains to patient care. Must be physically able to operate the equipment used for the job.
Travel Requirements:
- Onsite
At this time Cayuga Health System will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
If you are interested in applying for this position and you require an accommodation, please contact Cayuga Health System at hr@cayugamed.org
Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Cayuga Health System commits to treating all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.
Cayuga Health is dedicated to our vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we strive towards our vision, we welcome the opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of employees.
