LPN, Meade Street Skilled Nursing (FT, Nights)

Allied Services; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wilkes-Barre is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the nights shift at Meade Street Skilled Nursing. The LPN will administer treatments and coordinate care under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, with a focus on geriatric care. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Nursing Program and possess a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse. This role also requires excellent communication and management skills, ensuring high standards of nursing care are maintained.

Qualifications

• Clearances: PA State Police criminal history and FBI fingerprint clearance.
• Current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse required.
• CPR Certification must be obtained and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Administers medically prescribed treatment and coordinates nursing care.
• Monitors performance of nursing care standards.
• Participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.

Skills

Good communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Management skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program

Job description

LPN, Meade Street Skilled Nursing (FT, Nights)

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General Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the 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

General Summary:

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the 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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