Profession: LVN / LPN
Specialty: Medical Surgical / Telemetry
Unit Type: Med/Surg Tele Overflow (GI/ED Support Unit)
Shift: Day – 3×12-Hour Shifts (07:00 AM – 07:00 PM)
Assignment Duration: 13 Weeks
Job Location: Rochester, NY
Seeking an experienced LVN/LPN – Medical Surgical / Telemetry to support a temporary overflow unit designed to accommodate Emergency Department boarding patients. This role involves caring for adult Med/Surg and Telemetry patients in a flexible unit environment with fluctuating census based on demand.
14-bed Med/Surg Tele overflow unit
Supports ED holding and boarding patients
Flexible unit located within a GI Endoscopy space
Patient volume may increase or decrease based on operational needs
Provide safe and effective nursing care for adult Med/Surg and Telemetry patients
Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge processes
Monitor vital signs and report changes in patient condition to RN/MD
Perform blood glucose monitoring and oxygen administration
Support ED overflow patients using SBAR communication
Maintain infection control and isolation precautions
Accurately document care using the electronic medical record system
Med/Surg and Telemetry patient care
Emergency Department patient support
Blood glucose monitoring/testing
Foley catheter insertion (male and female)
NG tube / G-tube care and management
Medication administration (IM, SQ, oral)
Oxygen therapy (nasal cannula, face mask)
Patient ambulation and personal care
Admission assessments and vital sign monitoring
Communication of patient status changes
Active LVN/LPN license
BLS certification required
Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg or Tele experience
EPIC EMR experience required
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Previous charge experience preferred
First-time travelers welcome
For more details reach at sthakur@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 732 791 4807 - EXT 4807.