Licensed Practical Nurse- All Shifts

archcarecareers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

archcarecareers is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in New York to administer medications, monitor residents, and collaborate with the nursing team to ensure quality care. The role requires an active NY LPN license and completion of an accredited LPN program.

Responsibilities include documentation, medication orders, and coordination with the Nurse Manager to optimize resident outcomes, with a sign-on bonus available and a strong emphasis on regulatory compliance and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Active NY State LPN license.
• Accredited LPN program completed.
• Ability to administer medications per policy.
• Knowledge of DOH regulations and nursing standards.

Responsibilities

• Administers and documents all medications according to established policies and procedures, physician’s orders, and Department of Health regulations.
• Performs all treatments according to physician’s order and established policies and procedures.
• Discusses the need to discontinue or change a medication 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.

Skills

Medication administration

Nursing documentation

Nursing assessment

Team communication

Resident care

Education

Current NY State Licensed Practical Nurse

Accredited LPN School

Job description

Sign On Bonus Up TO $15,00

Responsibilities:

The LPN is responsible for administration of all medications and treatments during their shift, according to the established medical and nursing care plan. Works under the direction of the Head/Charge Nurse to provideoptimum nursing care to all residents on the unit.

• Continuously evaluates behavior, symptoms, reactions and progress of residents and discusses findings with Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse.
• Administers and documents all medications according to established policies and procedures, physician's orders, and Department of Health regulations. - Performs all treatments according to physician’s specific order and established policies and procedures.
• Discusses the need to discontinue or change a medication of treatment 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.

Qualifications:

Current NY State Licensed Practical Nurse

Education:

Accredited LPN School