Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

archcarecareers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

archcarecareers is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York to administer medications and provide bedside care under the Head/Charge Nurse. You will monitor residents, document progress, and collaborate with physicians and the pharmacy to ensure accurate treatments and dosages.

The role requires an active NY LPN license, with experience in long-term care preferred. Duties include evaluating residents and implementing physician orders with adherence to department policies.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse in NY State.
• Prior experience in long-term care preferred.
• Knowledge of DOH regulations and nursing policies.

Responsibilities

• Administers and documents all medications according to established policies and physician's orders.
• Provides optimum nursing care under the supervision of the Head/Charge Nurse.
• Continuously evaluates residents and discusses findings with Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse.
• Performs treatments as ordered by physicians and per policies.
• Discusses need to discontinue or change medications with the Nurse Manager/Charge Nurse.
• Orders prescribed medications and coordinates with pharmacy to ensure accuracy of dosages.

Education

Accredited LPN School

Job description

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 provide optimum 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