LPN LTC

fingerlakes; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

fingerlakes is seeking an LPN to provide direct and indirect skilled nursing care for residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

You will collaborate with nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary personnel while maintaining up-to-date clinical knowledge through ongoing education and inservice programs. This role focuses on geriatric patient care and professional service.

Qualifications

• Current New York State LPN licensure.
• Successful completion of supervised medication administration and written test.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and interact professionally with the public.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage priorities while promoting teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect skilled nursing care for residents.
• Follow policies/procedures under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Maintain collaboration with nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary staff.
• Engage in continuing education and inservice programs to maintain clinical expertise for geriatric care.

Skills

Medication administration

Leadership

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

Practical Nursing Program

Job description

Provides direct and indirect skilled nursing care for assigned residents. Follows defined policies and procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Maintains a collaborative relationship with other nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary staff. Maintains an appropriate level of knowledge and clinical expertise through continuing education and inservice programs. The LPN shall have the ability to provide care to geriatric residents.

naEDUCATION:

Minimum:

• Successful completion of Practical Nursing Program

LICENSE:

Minimum:

• Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse licensure.

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS:

Minimum:

• BLS required through the RQI system during clinical orientation.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Preferred:

• Long Term Care experience, charge nurse experience

SKILLS:

Minimum:

• Successful completion of supervised medication administration and written test.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and ability to deal with the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage multiple priorities and enhance the spirit of teamwork through effective role modeling.