Licensed Practical Nurse - PD7.5

Schofield Care; Town of Lancaster (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Referral bonus

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K with employer match

Pay in lieu of benefits

Onsite daycare

Wellness center

Free parking

Benefits eligibility

Job summary

The GreenFields in Town of Lancaster, NY is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to administer nursing care under RN supervision and support certified nurse assistants in direct resident care. The role involves coordinating ISP plans, administering medications, and communicating with physicians and families.

We offer competitive wages and a range of benefits. Flexibility to cover shifts is valued as part of a team committed to resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Two years' experience in SNF, acute care, or long-term setting
• LPN License
• First Aid Certification for Court/Terrace Required
• CPR/BLS for GHRC for Nurses (RN’s & LPN’s)

Responsibilities

• Assess resident care needs and assist in the development of Individualized Service Plan (ISP) encouraging resident independence and self-esteem.
• Updates and communicate ISP plan of care that identifies the health problems/needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished for each health problem/need identified.
• Administer and record treatments/medications
• Document resident care, condition, and response to care.
• Clarify and implement physician orders.
• Determines need to transfer resident to hospital and take necessary steps to ensure smooth transition. Coordinate re-admissions from hospital.
• Communicate the resident’s condition to physician, Director, and responsible party promptly and take appropriate action.
• Count medications, administer treatments/medications according to physician’s orders and accurately record treatments/medications administered.
• Provide direct resident care and provide clear instruction to aides.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned.

Job description

Employees are an important part of life at The GreenFields! Not only do they help our residents to achieve their goals, but they also help them to maintain an optimal quality of life. We're looking for caring, compassionate employees to join our team and to help us fulfill our mission to deliver the area's BEST senior care!

Position Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse administers nursing care to designated residents under the direction of a registered nurse. Coordinates and supports the activities of the certified nurse assistants and actively participates in the direct care of the resident, by following the specific approaches as stated in the plan of care.

We strive to be an employer of choice:

• Competitive wages, pay based on experience, shift differential
• Referral Bonus Plan & other types of Incentives
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, based on FT/PT status
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, 401K with employer match
• Pay in Lieu of Benefits options for LPN’s
• Premier Third Party Child Daycare Onsite
• Free Access to Employee Wellness Center/Gym
• Free Parking
• Eligibility for certain benefits aligns with employment status

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess resident care needs and assist in the development of Individualized Service Plan (ISP) encouraging resident independence and self-esteem.
• Updates and communicate ISP plan of care that identifies the health problems/needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished for each health problem/need identified.
• Administer and record treatments/medications
• Document resident care, condition, and response to care.
• Clarify and implement physician orders.
• Determines need to transfer resident to hospital and take necessary steps to ensure smooth transition. Coordinate re-admissions from hospital.
• Communicate the resident’s condition to physician, Director, and responsible party promptly and take appropriate action.
• Count medications, administer treatments/medications according to physician’s orders and accurately record treatments/medications administered.
• Provide direct resident care and provide clear instruction to aides.
• Other responsibilities may be assigned.

Key Requirements Other:

• Participation in scheduling, being flexible, and willing to cover shifts as necessary.
• Ability to provide direct resident care and provide clear instruction to care partners.
• Ability to listen to resident, family, or physician concerns and implement appropriate action.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Two years' experience in SNF, acute care, or long-term setting
• LPN License
• First Aid Certification for Court/Terrace Required
• CPR/BLS for GHRC for Nurses (RN’s & LPN’s)

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.