Living Center North LPN - FT Evenings

divh2LPN Position/h2pFull Time Eves EOW Required: NY LPN Licensure, BLS (AHA or RQI required) 1 year experience as LPN/ppThe LPN must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed by adult and geriatric patient group 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 Inservice programs. The LPN shall have the ability to provide care to geriatric residents./ppJob Duties:/pulliCollects data relevant to residents physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis and communicates finding to RN and other members of the Interdisciplinary Team./liliContributes to the creation of a developmentally age appropriate and culturally relevant plan of resident care reflecting nursing diagnosis and interventions to achieve desired resident outcomes involving the resident/family and healthcare team in this process while promoting a healthy, safe environment./liliRecommends revisions to the plan of care, after evaluation of resident outcomes and indicates the need for referrals to ensure all aspects of the residents care have been addressed. Collaborates with the resident/family and members of the Interdisciplinary Team within the scope of nursing practice assuring customer satisfaction./liliMaintain current knowledge and competency in Nursing Practice. Participates in the mentoring/orientation of staff. Considers factors related to safety, cost, and impact in planning in delivery of care. Under the direction of the RN, provides leadership in the professional practice setting. Demonstrates knowledge and competency. Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is reasonably anticipated. Required tasks involve a potential contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues./li/ulh3Required/Desired Skills/h3pSkill - Required /Desired - Amount - of Experience/ppNY LPN Licensure, BLS - Required - 0/ppExperience serving in an LPN capacity at LTC Facility - Required - 1 - Years/ph3Questions/h3pNo./p/div