LPN (Part-Time)

Part-Time LPN Opportunity

The Brook at High Falls Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is currently seeking a Part-Time LPN to provide direct nursing care to the residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by the certified nursing assistants (CNAs). Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility and as may be required by the Director of Nursing or Nurse Manager to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

Education, Experience and Qualifications:

Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in NYS.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Maintain the safety of the residents at all times.

Administer medications as directed by the physician orders.

Change dressings as directed by the physician orders and report all changes in wounds to RN Nurse Manager or Supervisor. Assure physician orders are updated.

Maintain the Daily 24-hour Report and submit to Supervisor as required.

Direct CNAs in the completion of their duties.

Assist CNAs to help meet the needs of the residents when available (i.e. toileting, call lights, etc.)

Maintain a cohesive understanding with families/caregivers of the resident.

Complete accident/incident reports as necessary and chart all reports involving residents.

Report all complaints and grievances made by the resident to the appropriate source.

Perform any other pertinent duties as assigned by my supervisor.

Personal Requirements and Worker Traits:

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the general public.

Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress of the position.

Must be willing to work as a team player.

Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.

Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.

Vocational Development:

Attends in-service programs and staff development programs as provided by the facility to maintain compliance with the Department of Health and other regulatory agencies, as well as Nursing Home policies and procedures.

Job Relationships: Supervised by: Director of Nursing, RN Nurse Manager, RN Supervisor

Weekly and Same Day pay available! Sign-on Bonus! Hourly Range: $28-30