Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Emergency Care Center- Part-time, Nights

Job Description
Job Description The Citadel at Riverdale Rehabilitation & Nursing Center is currently seeking LPN's for (Night Shift) including weekends to join our dynamic organization.

OVERVIEW:

Under the leadership of the Registered Nurse, the LPN will be providing coordinated care to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The objective would be to achieve patient goals and maintain high quality patient care demonstrating accountability and responsibility. Responsible for the overall operation and optimal quality of care for our residents

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provides direct care responsibilities as well as supervisor responsibility for nursing assistants.
Administer medications and treatments timely and according to policy
Receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders
Follows established procedure for charting
Patient assessments, coordination of care
Identifies and reports changes in condition
Familiarity with environmental health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
Knowledge of Patient Experience and best practices, and how to best integrate with clinical care.
Knowledge of clinical and nonclinical acute hospital operations and continuum of care (connected care) pre/post-acute services
Assist in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) process

LICENSE/ CERTIFICATION

Valid Practical Nurse License in the State of Practice is required
CPR/BLS certified

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum 1 year nursing experience in a hospital, nursing home or other healthcare setting.
Strong knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care centers.
LTC Experience Preferred

SCHEDULE:

~ Must be able to assist under the Director of Nursing in emergencies and/ or facility coverage to meet the needs of the residents.

Job Types: Per diem, Part-time, Full-time
Pay: $29.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Geriatrics
Wound Care

Physical Setting:

Long term care
Nursing home
Rehabilitation center

Work Location: In person

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