Wound Care LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Hc; South Hempstead (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Hc in New York is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide bedside care for residents, perform wound care, monitor turning and positioning, and collaborate with physicians and families. The role emphasizes thorough documentation and adherence to infection control procedures.

The ideal candidate holds a NY LPN license, CPR certification, and 1–3 years of nursing experience, with strong assessment skills and the ability to work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York.
• CPR certification required.
• 1–3 years nursing experience recommended.
• Strong documentation and assessment skills.
• Customer service oriented and able to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive skin care, dressing changes and wound care.
• Monitor resident turning and positioning.
• Document treatment of decubitus ulcers and communicate with physician/family.
• Make rounds with physician to discuss decubitus or catheter care.
• Assess weekly nutrition/hydration for ulcers and adjust intake as needed.
• Maintain clean treatment cart and restock supplies.
• Follow infection control policies and procedures.
• Take on special projects as assigned.

Skills

Wound care

Turning

Positioning

Documentation

Infection control

Team collaboration

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Salary: Up to $40 an hour

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description:

• Perform all preventive skin care, dressing changes and wound care.


• Monitor turning and positioning of residents.


• Monitor the treatment of decubitus ulcers with appropriate documentation and communication to physician and family.


• Make rounds with physician, as needed, to discuss the care of residents who are currently receiving decubitus or catheter care.


• Assess weekly nutrition/hydration of residents with State I to Stage IV decubitus ulcers and evaluate and initiate additional nutritional intake, as required.


• Maintain clean, orderly treatment cart and restock treatment supplies.


• Follow Infection Control policies and procedures.


• Other special projects and duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York.


• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years related nursing experience.


• Must have a current/active CPR certification.


• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.


• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.


• Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with employees and vendors.

Salary: Up to $40 an hour

An Equal Opportunity Employer