Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care

SatMed Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 64,747; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for long-term care in Jamaica, NY. The position requires an active LPN license and 6 months of experience. Responsibilities include providing quality care, administering medications, and documenting patient conditions. The estimated pay rate is $47 per hour, with shifts available during the day, evening, and night. Candidates must be comfortable managing a patient load of 40 during evening and night shifts. Orientation and ongoing support are provided.

Qualifications

• 6 months of prior LPN experience required.
• Active LPN license in good standing.
• Resume, primary verification, reference, drivers license, and health clearances needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care to assigned patients.
• Administer medication and treatment.
• Document patient care and monitor patient conditions.

Skills

LPN experience

Medication administration

Patient monitoring

Documentation skills

Education

Active LPN license

Degree Required: LPN

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Long-Term Care

Location: Jamaica, NY
Unit: Long-Term Care

Position Overview

1. Degree Required: LPN
2. Specialty: LTC-LPN
3. Shift Availability: Day, Evening, and Night (Full-time and Part-time)
4. Start Date: 11/24/2024
5. Assignment Length: 26 weeks
6. Employment Type: Per Diem

Facility Information

1. Facility Size: 250 beds
2. Patient Ratio: Day - 2 LPNs/40 patients; Evening/Night - 1 LPN/40 patients
3. Uniform Requirements:
   • LPN - Purple
   • RN - Teal Green
   • CNA - Navy Blue

Shift Details

1. Day Shift: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM
2. Evening Shift: 3:30 PM - 12:00 AM
3. Night Shift: 11:00 PM - 8:00 AM
4. Weekend Requirement: Must work every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday)

Pay & Compensation

• Estimated Pay Rate: $47 per hour

Orientation

1. Length: 3-4 days, with additional orientation time for med pass, treatment pass, and desk responsibilities
2. Paid: Yes, orientation pay begins immediately
3. Days/Time: Typically conducted on the right side of the building in the lobby
   • 1st 3 days: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
   • Remaining Days: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM

Minimum Requirements

1. Experience: 6 months of prior LPN experience required
2. Licensure: Active LPN license in good standing
3. Other Requirements: Resume, primary verification, reference, drivers license, and health clearances (Varicella, Hep B, CHRC)
4. Fingerprinting: Required by NYS Vets Home policy, provided by the facility at no expense to the applicant

Patient Care Requirements

1. Responsibilities: Provide quality care to assigned patients, including medication and treatment administration, patient monitoring, and documentation of care
2. Patient Load: Must be comfortable managing 40 patients independently during evening and night shifts
3. Note: Easy-to-manage patient load, but high autonomy expected