LPN, Center City Skilled Nursing (FT, Evenings)

Allied Services; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for their Center City Skilled Nursing facility. The role involves providing patient care under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, ensuring high standards of nursing practices, and managing care for adult to geriatric residents. Ideal candidates should possess a nursing diploma, licensure, and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in a geriatric setting preferred.
• Possession of current Pennsylvania nursing license required.
• Ability to provide appropriate care for adults and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

• Administer medically prescribed treatment and coordinate nursing care.
• Monitor performance standards of nursing care.
• Participate in planning and evaluation of nursing care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Management Skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program

Current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse

CPR Certification

Job description

LPN, Center City Skilled Nursing (FT, Evenings)

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Brief Description

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, CCSNC, Licensed Practical Nurse administers medically prescribed treatment, coordinates nursing care, and monitors the performance of acceptable standards of nursing care on his/her assigned nursing unit.

Brief Description

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, CCSNC, Licensed Practical Nurse administers medically prescribed treatment, coordinates nursing care, and monitors the performance of acceptable standards of nursing care on his/her assigned nursing unit.

The Licensed Practical Nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the residents served on his/her unit – adult through geriatric. The Licensed Practical Nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. The Licensed Practical Nurse participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides care needed as described in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures.

Type of supervision exercised: Team Leader. Jobs reporting to this position: Nurse Aides.

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of one (1) year of satisfactory experience in geriatric setting preferred.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

Clearances required: PA State Police criminal history check

and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable).

Possession of a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners required OR eligible for such licensure.

CPR Certification required or must be obtained and must be maintained.

Must maintain the standards of nursing care and implement the policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and Allied Services.

Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with staff, residents and visitors.

Good Management Skills Required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Heavy Work: duties require exerting 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10-25 lbs. of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.

Position requires ability to transport self throughout facility.

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS:

Occasional exposure to blood and body substances.

Exposure to needle sticks possible.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in resident living areas.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Administrative, Health Care Provider, and Customer Service

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care, Mental Health Care, and Non-profit Organizations

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