Licensed Practical Nurse

Archcare; City of Niagara Falls (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Part time

Job summary

Together We Can Staffing Agenc is seeking a Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse for the evening shift (3pm to 11:15 pm) at 1249 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10029. The LPN will administer medications and treatments under the supervision of the Head/Charge Nurse, following the established nursing care plan to provide optimal resident care.

Requirements include a Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse license, less than one year of experience, and eligibility to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse license is required.
• Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Administers and documents medications according to policy and DOH regulations.
• Performs nursing care tasks under supervision and follows the established care plan.
• Monitors residents' condition and reports changes to the Head/Charge Nurse.
• Coordinates with the Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse regarding medication changes.
• Ensures accuracy of medications and dosages received from pharmacy.

Skills

Medication administration

Patient care

LPN license

Education

Licensed Practical Nursing

Job description

Together We Can Staffing Agenc-TWC01 Licensed Practical Nurse-A10083

Program

Together We Can Staffing Agenc

Program Overview

Mission

We provide personalized service to our staff. Through a range of platforms, we utilize the latest matching to let you pick the right shift for you and your lifestyle. Our goal is to provide our staff with the most flexibility possible. Our goal is flexibility for you in planning your schedule.

Pay Range

$45.00 Per Hour

Location(s)

1249 5th Avenue, New York , New York 10029 , United States

Job Description

The LPNis responsible foradministration of all medications and treatments (except those specificallydesignatedfor an RN) during their shift, according to the established medical and nursing care plan. Works under the direction of the Head/ ChargeNurse to provideoptimumnursing care to all residentsonthe unit.

• Continuously evaluates behavior, symptoms,reactionsand progress of residents and discusses findings withNurseManager/Charge Nurse.
• Administers and documents all medications according to established policies and procedures,physician'sorders, and Department of Health regulations.
• Performs all treatments according to physician's specific order and established policies and procedures.
• Discusses the need todiscontinueor changea medicationoftreatment with the Nurse Manager/ Charge Nurse.
• Orders prescribed medications, notifies pharmacy of discontinued medications: and ensures accuracy of medications and dosages when received from pharmacy.

Formal Education :Graduated an accredited school of Licensed Practical Nursing

Experience : <1 year

License, Registration, Certification Requirements: CurrentNew York StateLicensed Practical Nurse License,Eligibility to work

Type

Part-Time

Shift

Evening

3pm to 11:15 pm