Licensed Practical Nurse

DLU Healthcare; Mohawk Gardens (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethany Gardens in our community is actively seeking Licensed Practical Nurses to join our nursing team in New York. The LPN will provide direct patient care and support to residents in short-term rehabilitation and long-term care settings, upholding safety, privacy, and dignity.

Qualified candidates must hold a valid NYS LPN license, be available on weekends and holidays, and have experience in geriatric care.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid LPN license in NYS.
• Experience with geriatric population preferred.
• Availability on weekends and holidays required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Set up a safe environment for patients.
• Administer medications and injections to residents as needed.
• Treat wounds and bedsores as needed.
• Provide nursing care and supervise CNAs.
• Record observations and vital signs.
• Report changes to physicians or RN.
• Discharge planning and assist with transportation as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Prioritization

Organization

Education

LPN license NYS

Job description

Since 1973, Bethany Gardens has been a trusted part of our community. Providing Short-term Rehabilitation and Long-term Care, our dedicated and seasoned team remains focused on the principles of safety, kindness, and compassion. It is our privilege to foster an environment where individuality and dignity are preserved, appreciated, and honored.

Bethany Gardens is actively looking for LPNs to join our nursing team. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will be responsible for providing direct patient care and support to patients.

The LPN will also assist in maintaining high standards of patient safety, privacy, care and cleanliness. Previous experience in a medical setting and/or as a Licensed Practical Nurse is required for this position.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Including but not limited to)

• Set up a safe environment for patients.
• Administering medications and injections to residents as needed
• Treating and dressing wounds and bedsores as needed
• Provide effective nursing care to patients.
• Supervise and instruct unit certified nursing assistants (CNAs)
• Assist and support unit certified nursing assistants (CNAs) in completion of task as needed
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
• Report changes in patient's conditions to physician or registered nurse.
• Discharge patients and assist in transportation if needed.
• Record observations and vital signs.
• Inform physicians and families of a patient's progress and of any problems that require attention.
• Arrange for special services (i.e. meals) for the patient if necessary.
• Report off to oncoming nurse.
• Count off with oncoming nurse.
• Adhere to all facility policies and procedures.
• Any other duties assigned by the Director of Nursing or designee.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a valid LPN license in NYS
• Must be available on weekends and holidays
• Must have the ability to stand on your feet for extended periods of time

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

• LPN experience preferred
• Experience with geriatric population preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (Personal Skills and Traits Desired):

• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of effective problem resolution skills.
• Demonstrates ability to establish and manage priorities.
• Resourceful, organized, and efficient.