Licensed Practical Nurse

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Location: New Rochelle
Facility Type: Long Term Care
Schedule:

• Weekend schedule 
• Can opt to work every weekend or every other weekend.

Position Overview

We are currently seeking dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our team in a Long Term Care setting. The LPN will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality, person-centered care to residents, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and document patient admission information, including medical history and insurance details
• Assist the Registered Nurse in delivering comprehensive nursing care
• Record and monitor vital signs and other health indicators
• Prepare patients for medical examinations and collect test samples
• Administer medications and injections as prescribed
• Treat and dress wounds and bedsores
• Supervise Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) as needed
• Support patients with personal hygiene and dressing
• Monitor and document food and fluid intake and output

Requirements:

Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) should be knowledgeable and proficient in using the Point Click Care system .

Licenses / Certifications

• Current and valid New York State LPN license
• Up-to-date medical clearance, including COVID-19 vaccination
• BLS certification (Basic Life Support)

Experience Needed

• Minimum 3 months of experience in a Long Term Care setting preferred

• Understanding patient needs and providing comfort, which enhances trust and patient satisfaction
• Effectively interacting with patients, families, and healthcare teams to relay important information and provide emotional support
• Assessing patient conditions, prioritizing care, and making quick decisions, especially in emergencies
• Adjusting to changing patient needs, healthcare protocols, and dynamic work environments
• Coordinating with nurses, doctors, and nursing assistants, and sometimes overseeing support staff

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