LPN, Skilled Nursing and Rehab Center (PT, Days, 64 hours per pay)

Allied Services; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Services in Scranton, PA seeks a Graduate Practical Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse to administer prescribed treatment, coordinate nursing care, and monitor quality on their unit under supervision.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited nursing program, hold PA LPN licensure (or eligibility), and maintain CPR certification; one year geriatric experience preferred; strong communication and teamwork essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
• Must be licensed as LPN in PA or eligible for licensure.
• CPR certification required or must be obtained and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed treatment and coordinates nursing care.
• Monitors standards of nursing care on assigned unit.
• Participates in planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing or appropriate shift supervisor, the Graduate Practical Nurse / 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 or appropriate shift supervisor, the Graduate Practical Nurse / 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 Graduate Practical Nurse / 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 Graduate Practical Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. The Graduate Practical Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. The Graduate Practical Nurse / 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:

• Must be cleared by PA State Police criminal history check.
• 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.

ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS:

• Occasional exposure to blood and body substances.
• Exposure to needle sticks possible.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works in resident living areas.