LPN - Transitional Care Unit Nights

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, the T&R Center Licensed Practical Nurses provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN) or other assigned supervisor and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor in meeting the needs of the patient/family.

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, the title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, meaning no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply. Temporary NY HELPS employees may be moved to permanent non-competitive status after satisfactory performance, with the official probationary period then beginning.

Within one year of permanent appointment, employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination.

• Collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider in patient assessment and care planning.
• Participates as a member of the health care team and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor and provider in meeting needs of the patient/family.
• Delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship‑based care.
• Possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and teaching; and participates on committees or projects.
• Plans and manages patient care according to each patient’s needs.
• Interviews patients and records their medical history and physical condition.
• Obtains patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration.
• Provides routine care for patients.
• Accompanies patients to their rooms.
• Assists physicians and registered nurses.
• Communicates with patients and their families.
• Performs standard diagnostic procedures including EKG, phlebotomy, venipuncture, PFT, and Doppler.
• Prepares specimens for lab courier.
• Provides wound care.
• Prepares and administers injections and/or enemas.
• Assists with patient comfort.

Working conditions may involve exposure to infectious disease, blood, body fluids, and/or tissue as well as other unpleasant elements such as accidents, injuries and illness. May be exposed to and be required to handle varying unpredictable, emergency and crisis situations. Occasionally subjected to irregular hours and pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position is classified by OSHA as Category 1.

Required: Must possess or be eligible to obtain a license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.

Preferred: Acute care, phlebotomy, EKG, and/or IV experience. Acute care is defined as medical services provided for illnesses that are short‑term (usually less than 30 days), intense, and have a relatively severe to very severe course, requiring knowledge and expertise in the vigilant monitoring of subtle changes in the patient’s condition, as well as ability to quickly recognize and identify potential problems and conditions resulting from a previous disease.

• Successfully complete pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine’s Employee Health Services.
• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4‑panel drug screen.
• Meet regulatory requirements for pre‑employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard…