Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Waterview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (1); New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Waterview Nursing Care Center in New York is seeking an experienced License Practical Nurse (LPN) for fulltime shifts.

The LPN will plan and manage patient care, administer medications, perform wound care, obtain vital signs, review medical charts, and assist physicians and registered nurses. They will update patient records confidentially and explain treatments to patients and families.

Qualifications

• LPN license/certification required.
• Experience with medication administration and wound care.
• Ability to review charts and communicate with medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage patient care according to individual needs.
• Administer medications and perform wound care.
• Take vital signs and update patient records.
• Explain treatments to patients and families; assist physicians and RNs.

Skills

LPN license

Job description

A dynamic skilled nursing facility is searching for experienced candidates for the position of License Practical Nurse. Thank you in advance for your interest in Waterview Nursing Care Center. We invite you to become a part of our team and look forward to reviewing your resume.

We are in need of a Fulltime LPN for all shifts, 7a-3p, 3p-11p and 11p-7a. All LPN's are required to work at least every other weekend.

Our License practical nurse's plans and manages patient care according to their individual needs. They administer medications, provide wound care, obtains vital signs including pulse, blood pressure, temperature and respiration. They review medical charts and assist physicians and registered nurses in providing care. They Update patient records in a confidential manner and evaluate the patients wellbeing, reporting any needs to medical staff. Explain treatments and procedures to patient and families. Other duties as assigned by DNS and ADNS.

We are an equal opportunity employer.