White Oaks Nursing and RehabLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) 11-7am
Woodbury, New York
- Salary
- $47000 - $52000 / yr
- Type
- Full Time
- Experience
- 1 year
- Education
- CERTIFICATE
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Qualifications
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Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program with a current license to practice in New York State
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Demonstrates interest in the special needs of geriatric patients and possesses an ability to integrate principles of geriatric nursing into nursing practice
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Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
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Successful candidates will have a sincere passion for working with the elderly population
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Knowledge of nursing theory and practice
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Must have compassion, tolerance and understanding for the elderly
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Responsibilities
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POSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse - Full-time Nights 11-7am
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Education in all areas of LTC/Subacute to ensure competency on all units in the facility
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Participates in the nursing care of patients within the scope of the legal definition of the practice of practical nursing
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The LPN works under the supervision and/or direction of a registered professional nurse
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Participates in the formulation and implementation of patient care plans to meet the specialized needs of geriatric patients under the supervision of an RN
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Administers patient care as assigned by an RN within departmental guidelines
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As the unit situation requires, an LPN may be assigned to assume team leader, primary nurse or charge responsibilities under the direction of an RN
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Directs and supervises non-professional staff as assigned
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Observes, records and reports patient data as dictated by departmental policy
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Participates in unit nursing and inter-disciplinary team activities
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Administers medications and performs nursing procedures as dictated by departmental policy
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Attends nursing and other institutional in-service programs and participates in departmental committees as assigned
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Performs related and miscellaneous duties as directed
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In an emergency situation, may be expected to perform unrelated duties
Benefits
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Full-time and Part-time Positions Available
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We offer an excellent salary, dynamic work environment and a comprehensive benefits package
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1199 Union Benefits
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Location: 8565 Jericho Tpke, Woodbury, NY 11797, USA, Woodbury, New York
Industry
Healthcare