Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Queens, NY

Join Our Team at Highland Care Center! Highland Care Center, a 320-bed Skilled Nursing Facility, is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our staff. We are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great, supportive working environment for our dedicated staff!

Shifts Available:

• Full-time day shifts
• Full-time evening shifts
• Full-time night shifts
• Full-time weekend shifts

Base Pay:

• $33.85 per hour
• Evening and night shifts eligible for a 10% shift differential

Union Benefits (available according to hours worked):

• Medical Coverage including prescription coverage
• Dental and Vision Coverage
• Paid Family Leave
• Basic Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Pension
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Employee of the Month
• Safety Bingo Incentive

Summary of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Position:

Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

• Assess and document resident progress in the medical record
• Obtain changes in physician's orders as indicated by resident's progress or lack of progress
• Communicate pertinent information about resident condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors and Director of Nursing, as indicated
• Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures
• Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents
• Participate in educational programs for residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is being discharged to home
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities, as assigned

Job Requirements:

• Licensed Practical Nurse current state license in New York
• At least one (1) year of Skilled Nursing experience preferred
• Must have a current/active CPR certification
• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills
• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions

Apply Now!

If you are a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply to this exciting opportunity. Apply online or contact us to learn more about our team!