LPN

Overview

7,500 Sign on Bonus for Full Time LPN’s

Part Time Employees will receive a prorated sign on bonus

The Licensed Practical Nurse, under the guidance and supervision of a Registered Nurse, administers routine services in caring for sub-acute, chronic and convalescent adult/geriatric residents.  This care is rendered in accordance with established policies and procedures.  To provide necessary nursing care for the residents of this facility in keeping with the Mission, Vision and Goals of Catholic Health Services of Long Island.

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Employee aids in the orientation of new employees
• Practices within the LPN scope of practice
• Identifies and reports change in resident status to RN in a timely manner
• Performs and is knowledgeable of vital signs, medication administration, monitoring lab values, care of resident pre/post procedure, geriatric competency, hospice care, pain mgmt., resident safety, restraints, isolation precautions/PPE, admission and discharge of patients/residents
• Employee is able to provide written and verbal educational material to residents/patients/families, and documents education as per policy
• Updates/implements resident plans of care appropriately
• Transcribes and documents physician orders accurately using computer order entry system
• Accurately reconciles medications upon admission and discharge of resident
• Participates in resident feeding and oversees dining areas as assigned

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Licensed as an LPN in New York State
• Licensed as an LPN in New York State
• Basic computer skills
• Previous experience preferred. Knowledge of safety and infection control policies. Knowledge of computer systems and/or prior clerical experience preferred. CPR Certified

Salary Range

USD $31.86 - USD $39.83 /Yr.