Licensed Practical Nurse - Skilled Nursing Facility

UVM Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse at Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital provides direct resident care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following NYS Nurse Practice Act and hospital policies. Qualifications include graduation from an accredited nursing program, NY LPN license, and effective verbal and written communication skills.

Prior experience is preferred, and the ability to work collaboratively with the healthcare team is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate from accredited School of Nursing.
• Licensed Practical Nurse in NY State.
• Previous experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with other healthcare team members.
• Meets requirements of physical/pre-placement screening.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

LPN license NY State

Graduate from accredited School of Nursing

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct resident care under the direction and supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse, in accordance with the NYS Nurse Practice Act, hospital policies, and the standards set by Nursing Services and the Nursing Practice Council.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Skills Required:

1. Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
2. Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.
3. Previous experience preferred.
4. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
5. Ability to work with other healthcare team members.
6. Meets requirements of physical/pre-placement screening.

As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.