Job Requisition: REQ3129 Employment Type: Full-Time Shift: Evenings Hours Per Week: 32 Hours/week Hiring Range : $25.48- $33.12 The actual compensation for this position will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. Responsibilities: + Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by a Registered Nurse (RN). + Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments. + Performs routine laboratory tests and simple therapeutic services. + Educates patients/families about disease treatment plan including self-care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care. + Assures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate. Complexity of Work: • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment. Personal Protective Equipment: • Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Licensure / Certification / Registration: Required Credential(s): • BLS Provider obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date. • Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the New York Board of Nursing. Must be able to speak, read, write and follow instructions in English.