Licensed Practical Nurse SNF III SCH SCL

Catholic Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 35,817 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse at Catholic Health provides nursing care to designated residents under the supervision of a registered nurse, coordinating with certified nursing assistants and participating in direct resident care per the plan of care. The position is based at St.

Catherine Laboure SNF Post Acute in Buffalo, with evening hours and weekend/holiday rotation. Ideal candidate holds NYS LPN registration, has long-term care experience preferred, and is available for a 3pm–11pm shift

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
• Currently registered in New York State as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing

Currently registered in New York State as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Facility: St. Catherine Laboure SNF Post Acute
Shift: Shift 2
Status: Full Time
FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 1199
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Evenings with Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours: 3pm - 11pm

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.

Responsibilities

Education

• High School diploma or GED
• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing
• Currently registered in New York State as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Experience

• Long term care experience preferred
• Post-Hire Experience- One (1) year experience in the job in order to "perform in an acceptable manner"

Knowledge, Skill and Ability

Working Conditions

• Strenuous positions: pushing, lifting residents, on feet most of the day

Environment

• May be exposed to disagreeable conditions: odors, communicable diseases, infections, injuries from residents or equipment