LPN

Woodland Pond; Village of New Paltz (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodland Pond in New Paltz, NY is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care to residents and supervise nursing assistants. The role requires a valid NY LPN license and CPR certification, with preferred experience in long-term care and strong computer skills.

You will collaborate with the care team to implement care plans, document care accurately, and ensure safe, high-quality resident care across shifts.

Qualifications

• LPN graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• One year of long term care nursing experience preferred.
• Current NY LPN license to practice.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Proficiency with computers and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents.
• Supervise nursing assistants and ensure care plans are followed (*CF).
• Coordinate with IDT and communicate plans of care to residents and families.
• Ensure accurate documentation by nursing staff; administer medications and treatments as assigned.
• Promote safety, infection control, and HIPAA compliance in daily operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Education

LPN diploma

New York LPN license

Tools

Computer proficiency

Job description

Position SummaryThe LPN is responsible to provide direct nursing care to the residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. Such supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern Woodland Pond, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services, Unit Manager and Charge Nurse to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all timesESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (*CF indicates Critical Function)Administrative functions:Notifies the RN on-call, Director of Nursing, and Administrator on call as required (*CF)Participates actively with IDT and follows-through on actions determined by the TeamServes as a resident advocate and ensures resident rights are maintained (*CF)Supports the medical staffWorks collaboratively with all departments at Woodland PondWorks with staff in the planning of the units services, programs, and activities (*CF)Ensures consistency between both floors in nursing care (*CF)Ensures staff comply with polices and standards of care (*CF)Ensures completeness of Accident and Incident reports (*CF)Promotes mission and values of Woodland Pond at New Paltz (*CF)Serves as a leader and resource for nursing staff (*CF)Ensures safe quality care is provided to the residents daily, and essential information is communicated to provide appropriate continuity of care from admission to discharge (*CF)Is a liaison with residents, families, and other departments to adequately plan for and provide resident care (*CF)Ensures accurate, appropriate, and complete documentation by all nursing staffProvides medications and treatments as assigned (*CF)Assists with resident cares as needed (*CF)Documents according to policies (*CF)Care Plan, Kardex, MDS:Ensures accuracy of eachEffectively communicates the plan of careEnsures that resident care plan is followedCommunication:Ensures appropriate and ongoing communication to the resident, family, staff, MD, IDT, etc.Uses communication to enhance quality of resident care and staff working environmentPersonnel/Staff Development:Responsible for employee praise and discipline as necessaryActively participates with staff educationPromotes an environment of learningConducts routine staff audits to ensure care is being delivered per care plan and medical staff ordersEnsures work consistency among staffPromotes a positive, friendly work environmentEquipment and Supplies:Ensures appropriate equipment and supplies are available and monitors that supplies are utilized appropriately to avoid waste (*CF)Quality Assurance:Constantly strives to enhance the resident and staff experienceFollows Woodland Pond policies and procedures, including HIPAAImmediately reports unusual problem/accident/incident regarding resident care to RN (*CF)Safety/Infection Control:Ensures staff compliance with standards and regulationsReports potential outbreaks and takes appropriate measures to control/eliminate infection control exposuresStaffing Coverage:Assists with staffing and finding coverage for call-ins (*CF)Other Specific Requirements:Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and be enthusiastic (*CF)Must work harmoniously with others (*CF)Seeks out new methods and principles to incorporate into the nursing practiceCreates and maintains an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment (*CF)Able to make independent decisions (*CF)Able to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectivespolicies and procedures necessary to provide quality care (*CF)Promotes teamwork and collaboration among Woodland Pond staff members (*CF)Ongoing Education:Encouraged to pursue ongoing educationCompletes all required training and in-servicesAll other duties as assignedGENERAL SKILLS AND ABILITIESMaintains high standards for work areas, attitude and appearanceUnderstands that honesty and ethics are essential in the performance of dutiesWilling to learn and growDemonstrates maturity in judgment and behaviorsAble to work a flexible scheduleMaintains predictable and reliable attendanceQualificationsLPN graduate of an accredited school of nursingOne year of long term care nursing preferredHolds a current, unencumbered LPN license to practice in the State of New YorkValid CPR certificationProficiency with computers and standard office softwareDemonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care primarily to the geriatric population