Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Premier Nursing and Rehab Center of Far Rockaway; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 78 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Premier Nursing and Rehab Center of Far Rockaway seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care under the supervision of an RN or Nursing Supervisor. You will administer medications, monitor residents, and document care in the EMR.

You will supervise CNAs, assist with admissions and discharges, maintain infection control, and communicate with residents and the interdisciplinary care team. An active NY LPN license and CPR/BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• Current New York State LPN license.
• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct nursing care per individualized care plans.
• Administer prescribed medications, injections, treatments, and wound care.
• Monitor residents for condition changes and report findings to RN/physician.
• Complete accurate documentation in the EMR.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Supervise CNAs and delegate care assignments.
• Ensure resident safety and infection prevention standards.
• Respond to resident needs, emergencies, and changes in condition.
• Communicate with residents, families, physicians, and care team.
• Participate in care planning meetings and quality initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with NYSDOH, CMS, and facility policies.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Organization

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Time management

Documentation accuracy

Multitasking

Professionalism

Formation

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – NY

Practical Nursing Program graduate

Description du poste

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Nursing Supervisor. The LPN is responsible for administering medications and treatments, monitoring resident health, documenting care, and supporting residents' physical and emotional well-being while ensuring compliance with all federal, state, and facility regulations.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents in accordance with individualized care plans.

• Administer prescribed medications, injections, treatments, and wound care accurately and safely.

• Monitor residents for changes in condition and promptly report findings to the Registered Nurse or physician.

• Complete accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).

• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges.

• Supervise Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and delegate resident care assignments appropriately.

• Ensure resident safety and maintain infection prevention and control standards.

• Respond promptly to resident needs, emergencies, and changes in medical condition.

• Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and the interdisciplinary care team.

• Participate in care planning meetings and quality improvement initiatives.

• Maintain compliance with New York State Department of Health regulations, CMS guidelines, and facility policies.

Qualifications

Required:

• Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License.

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program.

• Current CPR/BLS Certification.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced skilled nursing environment.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, or skilled nursing.

• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR).

• Knowledge of infection prevention, resident rights, and CMS regulations.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent resident assessment and observation skills

• Medication administration proficiency

• Compassionate, resident-focused care

• Strong communication and teamwork

• Time management and organization

• Attention to detail and accurate documentation

• Ability to prioritize and multitask effectively

• Professionalism and dependability