LPN LTC

fingerlakes; Village of Penn Yan (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

FingerLakes is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct and supervised nursing care to geriatric residents. The nurse will follow policies under RN supervision and collaborate with physicians and staff to maintain quality care.

Requirements include completion of a Practical Nursing Program, NY LPN licensure, and BLS certification via RQI during orientation. LTC or charge nurse experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Practical Nursing Program.
• Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse licensure.
• BLS certification through RQI system during orientation.

Responsibilities

• No explicit duties listed beyond nursing care and collaboration with staff.

Skills

Leadership

Discretion with confidential info

Teamwork

Deadline management

Multitasking

Education

Practical Nursing Program

New York State LPN licensure

BLS (RQI) certification

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.