Geriatric LPN - Sign-On Bonus, Part-Time Shifts

Gurwin Healthcare System; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Fitness Reimbursement Program

Wellness discounts

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Holiday/PERSONAL/Vacation time

Flexible Spending Account

Long term disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Childcare discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign-on bonus for specified positions

Job summary

Gurwin Healthcare System in Commack, NY seeks a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse for all shifts (7:00am-3:15pm, 3:00pm-11:15pm, 11:00pm-7:15am, every other weekend). Graduation from an accredited program and NYS LPN license are required to care for geriatric patients under RN supervision.

We offer a $10,000 sign-on for full-time and $5,000 for part-time hires, plus a rate increase to $36.19–$39.81 after six months, plus a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program with NYS license.
• Interest in geriatric patient needs and principles of geriatric nursing.
• Ability to establish effective interpersonal relations with patients, staff and families.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
• Education in LTC/Subacute to ensure competency on all units.

Responsibilities

• Participates in nursing care of patients within LPN scope under RN supervision.
• Contributes to formulation and implementation of patient care plans for geriatric patients.
• Administers patient care as assigned by an RN within guidelines; may lead team or act as charge nurse.
• Directs and supervises non-professional staff as assigned.
• Observes, records, and reports patient data per policy.
• Participates in unit nursing and inter-disciplinary team activities.
• Administers medications and nursing procedures per policy.
• Attends in-service programs and participates in committees as assigned.
• Performs related duties; may assist in emergencies.

Skills

Geriatric care

Licensed LPN

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

Education

LPN license (New York)

Job description

Gurwin Healthcare System in Commack, NY seeks a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse for all shifts (7:00am-3:15pm, 3:00pm-11:15pm, 11:00pm-7:15am, every other weekend). Graduation from an accredited program and NYS LPN license are required to care for geriatric patients under RN supervision.

We offer a $10,000 sign-on for full-time and $5,000 for part-time hires, plus a rate increase to $36.19–$39.81 after six months, plus a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.