What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse position at Elderwood?
Salary
$23.50 - $37.40 / hourlyOverview
APPLY HERE FOR FULL TIME DAYS LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) OPPORTUNITIES
At Elderwood at Liverpool we are seeking kind, collaborative and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our clinical network.
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Position Overview:
- Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are indispensable members of our interdisciplinary team and are charged with managing the daily clinical regimen of each resident and sub-acute patient. Our LPNs enjoy a unique opportunity to gain extensive clinical experience and provide advanced care in a home-like setting.
- Direct nursing care of residents encompasses planning, developing, organizing, implementing and evaluating the care of residents to ensure that the highest degree of quality care and regulatory compliance is maintained at all times.
- State LPN license required.
Elderwood Benefits as a LPN (must qualify):
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Employee Referral Bonus
- 401K with Employer Matching
- PTO & Holiday Package
- Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
- Shift Differentials
- Other Compensation Programs!
Elderwood at Liverpool:
- Nationally recognized for quality skilled nursing care, Elderwood at Liverpool is located in a quiet community just north of Syracuse, NY, near the shores of Onondaga Lake. A bright and cheerful environment welcomes individuals who require round-the-clock nursing care or short-term subacute physical, occupational or speech therapy. Residents with dementia benefit from Elderwood’s Seasons Memory Care Program.
Join Our Team
If making a difference in someone's life is important to you, join our team today!Employee Perks!
Dramatically Increased Wages!, Generous PTO & holiday package, Increased Wages, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, NEW Weekly Pay Schedule!Responsibilities
(LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse):
Administer medications and treatments to assigned residents as ordered by physician and utilizing the five rights as applicable.
Direct and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.
Assist Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
Report to Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge Nurse Supervisor unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
Follow the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in implementation of the care plan.
Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets.
Document as applicable in the care plans, Nursing Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required records.
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Skills/Competencies:
- Exceptional customer service skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Strong decision making ability
- Proficient computer skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication
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Qualifications
(LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse):
Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a current state license required.
LPN Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.
Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel required.
Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
Caring, respectful attitude towards residents required.
Physical stamina for constant activity required.
- Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.Salary : $24 - $37
