Job description
Actively seeking compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)'s to join our
great team. We are a 364 bed skilled nursing facility located in the Bronx,
right near the Hudson River. Our nursing team is caring, energetic, and
positive. Join our supportive team and use your skills in an environment that
appreciates you!
While working here, you will enjoy:
· $1,500 sign-on bonus! after
completion of 90 days.
· Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance!
· Generous paid time off (PTO) package!
· Paid holidays!
· Recurring employee appreciation events!
· Fun and friendly work atmosphere - Great
leadership team!
· Full-time, part-time, and per diem shifts
available
· Day shift, evening shift, night shift, and
weekend shifts available
· Flexible scheduling for a work-life balance
Additional bonus available for referring others!
Summary of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed
by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and
regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities of Licensed
Practical Nurse (LPN):
· Assess and document resident progress in the
medical record.
· Monitor turning and positioning of residents.
· Obtain changes in physician’s orders as
indicated by resident’s progress or lack of progress
· Communicate pertinent information about resident
condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors and Director of Nursing,
as indicated.
· Maintain clean, orderly treatment cart and
restock treatment supplies.
· Follow Infection Control policies and
procedures.
· Administer medications and treatments accurately
as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and
procedures.
· Document pressure sore status weekly or more
often as condition changes.
· Assist in monitoring the inventory of
medications, medical supplies and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of
skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.
· Participate in educational programs for
residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is
being discharged to home.
· Participate in Quality Improvement activities,
as assigned.
Job Requirements of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
· Licensed Practical Nurse current state license
in New York.
· At least one (1) year of Skilled Nursing
experience preferred.
· Must have a current/active CPR certification.
· Excellent technical, assessment, and
documentation skills.
· Effective verbal and written English
communication skills.
· Highest level of professionalism with the
ability to maintain confidentiality.
· Ability to communicate at all levels of
organization and work well within a team environment in support of company
objectives.
· Customer service oriented with the ability to
work well under pressure.
· Strong attention to detail and accuracy,
excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and
simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and
productivity.
· Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
· Ability to work with minimal supervision, take
initiative and make independent decisions.
· Approachable, flexible and adaptable to change.
