Job Opening: LPN – Licensed Practical Nurse

We are seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team at an Assisted Living/Memory Care facility. The ideal candidate will have experience in acute care settings and possess strong skills in medical documentation and specimen collection processing.

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the LPN utilizes a general understanding of the principles of nursing and basic physical assessment skills in the development of and implementation of individualized nursing care plans to ensure that the needs of the residents are met.
• LPN assists in the orientation of and supervision of nursing personnel, attends to the daily operations of the unit per shift, unit level, and assumes responsibilities of a leadership role as needed.
• Takes an active role in direct resident assessment and care;
• Supervises and coordinates nursing personnel in providing direct resident care in adherence to State and Federal regulations;
• Formulates individualized nursing care plans utilizing the nursing process;
• Assesses each resident daily and implements a change in the course of action as needed;
• Assists the physician on rounds and ensures that pertinent information is communicated to and from him/her and orders are taken correctly;
• Participates in the training and supervision of nursing personnel
• Utilizes effectively the general principles of leadership and supervision
• Manages conflict through effective problem-solving and communication skills
• Acts calmly and efficiently in handling emergency situations;
• Prepares daily assignment of duties, treatments, and miscellaneous tasks

Requirements

• LPN Certification in NY
• 2+ years Long Term Care /Nursing Home/Post Acute Exp.
• No issues of working rotating weekends

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of patients while advancing your nursing career!