University of Rochester·City of Rochester, New York
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct care to assigned patients in an inpatient setting under the direction of an RN or MD. They participate in care planning, implement nursing interventions, and contribute to patient and family education through interdisciplinary collaboration.
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Job Location (Full Address): 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642 Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Department: 500714 Acute Care Elders-Nursing Work Shift: UR - Rotating (United States of America) Range: UR URCB 210 H Compensation Range: $27.75 - $37.46 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job.
Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities: General purpose:
In an inpatient setting, remains accountable for provision of direct care to assigned patients.
Contributes to unit activities and supports enhancement of the care delivery system.
Works as a team member and assists other staff members with implementing patient care.
Assumes responsibility of care for assigned patients under the direction of the co-assigned RN or MD.
Participates in the plan of care, implements appropriate nursing interventions, and contributes to patient/family education through collection of data, interdisciplinary team collaboration, documentation and excellent communication.
Full time position, D/E/N, Holidays and Weekends per unit policy Opportunity for LPNs to become part of the exciting opportunities for nursing at UR Medicine.
The unit provides multidisciplinary care to a range of adult patients while offering exposure to a variety of medical diagnoses.
The ACE model of care is centered on the core components of patient centered care, proactive restorative activities, nurse driven care planning and comprehensive care transition planning.
The unit offers opportunities for professional growth while working with physician teams, social workers, PT & OT and others in a team focused environment.
The ideal candidate has enthusiasm for learning and working in a team.
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The role requires a Licensed Practical Nurse to work in a team-focused inpatient environment. Candidates should have enthusiasm for learning and the ability to work rotating shifts including holidays and weekends.
Market context
In New York, nursing roles like LPN positions are commonly driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, long-term care, and behavioral health settings. Competition can be stronger for roles that prefer mental health, alcoholism, or chemical addiction experience, so a valid New York State LPN license and accredited nursing education matter. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then tailor your application to highlight any relevant behavioral health experience.