LPN / LVN - LTC

LPN Profession: Nursing Specialty: Long Term Care

Duration: Full-Time Shift: Variable Day/Night Hours per Shift: 5 x 8 hours Experience: 1 year as LPN License: NY LPN Licensure Certifications: BLS Must-Have: 1. 1 year of experience serving in an LPN capacity in a Long Term Care Facility.

Description: The LPN must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development across the lifespan. Possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs. Provides direct and indirect skilled nursing care for assigned residents. Follows defined policies and procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Maintains a collaborative relationship with other nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary staff. Maintains an appropriate level of knowledge and clinical expertise through continuing education and in-service programs. The LPN shall have the ability to provide care to geriatric residents.

Job Duties: Collects data relevant to residents' physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis. Communicates findings to the Registered Nurse and other members of the Interdisciplinary Team. Contributes to the creation of a developmentally age-appropriate and culturally relevant plan of care. Reflects nursing diagnosis and interventions to achieve desired outcomes while involving the resident/family and healthcare team in the process. Promotes a healthy and safe environment. Recommends revisions to the plan of care after evaluating resident outcomes. Indicates the need for referrals to ensure all aspects of the resident's care have been addressed. Collaborates with the resident/family and members of the Interdisciplinary Team to assure customer satisfaction. Maintains current knowledge and competency in nursing practice. Participates in mentoring and orientation of staff. Considers factors related to safety, cost, and impact in planning and delivery of care. Provides leadership in the professional practice setting under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Demonstrates knowledge and competency in nursing practices. Occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens is reasonably anticipated. Required tasks involve potential contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues.