What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurses LPN - 1st, 2nd & 3rd Shift - Full-Time and Part-Time position at Excel at Woodbury for Rehab and Nursing?
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
About the Role
We are seeking a reliable and compassionate LPN to care for invalids and injured individuals in a professional and considerate manner. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor, providing diverse basic care while maintaining a patient and calm demeanor.
Responsibilities:
- Accurately record patients' medical histories
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress and potential side-effects of medications
- Monitor patients' condition, including fluid intake and output, and compose patient charts
- Assist patients with daily necessary activities, such as eating, bathing, etc.
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas, clean and dress wounds, and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
- Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
- Communicate with patients' family or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions
Requirements:
- Proven experience as an LPN or similar role
- Able to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with hospital health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
- Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
- Perfect physical condition and stamina
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and able to handle stress
- SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF LPN LICENSE PROGRAM IS A MUST
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 1199 Union Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- Paid PTO
- Paid Sick Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Paid Jury Service
- Paid Uniform Allowance
- Pension Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Union Representation
- Overtime Pay after 37.5 hours (full-time, after 7.5 hours/day)
- Shift Differential
- Access to Credit Unions
- Many Discounts
