Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

3500 SIGN ON BONUS for 7am-3pm

2000 SIGN ON BONUS for all weekend shifts

2500 SIGN ON BONUS FOR OTHER SHIFTS

Highland Care Center, a 320 bed Skilled Nursing Facility is currently seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our staff. We are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great, supportive working environment for our dedicated staff!

Shifts available : Full-time evenings, nights and weekends.

Base pay is $30.13-$41 per hour and evening and night shifts are eligible for a 10% shift differential.

Union benefits (available according to Pay Rate)

Medical Coverage including prescription coverage

Dental and Vision Coverage

Paid Family Leave

Basic Short Term and Long Term Disability

Pension

Tuition Reimbursement

Generous Paid Time Off

Employee of the Month

Safety Bingo Incentive

Summary of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) :

Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) :

Assess and document resident progress in the medical record.

Obtain changes in physician's orders as indicated by resident's progress or lack of progress

Communicate pertinent information about resident condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors and Director of Nursing, as indicated.

Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures.

Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.

Participate in educational programs for residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is being discharged to home.

Participate in Quality Improvement activities, as assigned.

Job Requirements of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) :

Licensed Practical Nurse current state license in New York.

At least one (1) year of Skilled Nursing experience preferred

Must have a current / active CPR certification.

Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.

Effective verbal and written English communication skills.

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

Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.

Job Types : Full-time, Part-time

Pay : $32.24 - $41.00 per hour

Benefits : 401(k)

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

License / Certification :

NY LPN license (Required)

BLS Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute :

Jamaica, NY 11432 (Required)

Ability to Relocate :

Jamaica, NY 11432 : Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location : In person

Salary : $30 - $41