CPEP - Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program – LPN 2, Inpatient

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

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:

500494 CPEP Comp Psych Eval Prog-Nrsg

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.

FT position available, D/E/N, 8 & 12 hour shifts, holidays and weekends per unit policy.

The Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) is seeking LPNs for an exciting opportunity to work on a team comprised of interdisciplinary clinicians serving patients across the lifespan with psychiatric mental health conditions. The CPEP encompasses the primary Triage and Screening Area; 4 Extended Observation Beds / 2 Intensive Management Beds. Approximately 11,000 patients are evaluated annually. The LPN will collaborate with the RN on managing patients while they await evaluation and/or have extended stays within the CPEP environment. Intensive management of acute psychiatric conditions is often required. This a dynamic environment with a highly skilled staffing contingent prepared to assess complex patient presentations in order to determine appropriate intervention and disposition. Current NYS licensure as an LPN required. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.