Lpn

We Offer Competitive Salary, Full Benefits Package, Paid time Off and Opportunities for Professional Growth

Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing, a premier long term skilled nursing facility located in Dutchess County, New York has immediate openings for enthusiastic and energetic LPN’s for all shifts to become part of our dedicated and professional staff.

We are looking for individuals who desire a worthwhile career that has purpose and makes a meaningful difference in someone’s life.

We look forward to meeting with you to discuss professional opportunities at our facility.

Ø All new hires in the nursing department will get a sign on bonus up to $1200.00 (paid in quarterly installments);

Responsibilities :

• Delivers nursing care in structured & routine situations.
• Administers and records medications and treatments as assigned.
• Prepares for and assists Nurses and others with diagnostic procedures and treatments.
• Reinforces, supports and provides health care instructions to patients and their families.
• Participates with other team members in planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care and other patient activities.
• Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
• Observes and reports patients’ vital signs, symptoms and general condition to the appropriate individuals(s).
• Records on patient charts observation of patients responses to nursing care rendered.
• Maintains environmental conditions conducive to the comfort and safety of patients.
• Assists with unit management and / or assumes charge of unit as assigned.
• Performs other nursing functions related to patient care and nursing service, as delegated by the Nursing Service Administration.
• Guides and directs other technicians and nurse’s aides in rendering patient care.
• Maintains clinical competence through participation and attendance at continuing education programs assistance with activities of daily living.

Administration of treatments and routine tasks such as suctioning and urinary

catheterizations.

Preparation of patient for procedures, diagnostic tests, treatments, examinations.

Administration of medications within scope of practice.

Identification and set up of intravenous equipment and delivery of solutions for

infusion through peripheral access devices

Administer blood or blood products, with special training.

Provides emotional support to patients & their families / significant others.

Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the nursing care plan.

Provides for the physical comfort & safety of the patient.

Contributes to patient care conferences.

Assists in emergency resuscitative procedures.

Performs other duties as required.

Requirements :

• Completion of an educational program and NYS licensure as a LPN.
• Prior experience in a long term skilled nursing facility is a plus.

ABOUT US :

We operate our facility to provide a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality and dignity.

Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and are constantly looking to be the best at what we do.

Please join us and begin a rewarding and exceptional career.

Fishkill Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities.

All offers of employment are conditioned on completing and passing a background and drug test, participating in mandatory vaccine programs (e.

g., Covid-19), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Covid-19, TB) and using designated PPE when 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.

Last updated : 2024-09-03