What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Vestracare?
LPN
SIGN-ON BONUS: up to $3,000
RATE RANGE: $31.00hr - $34.24hr **Depending on Experience**
Schedule: Full time 6:30 am to 7:30 pm, 6:30pm to 7:30 am
BENEFITS:
- Up to $3,000 Sign-on Bonus
- Weekly Paychecks
- Shift Differentials
- Referral Bonuses
- Peer Mentorship
- Generous Paid Time Off
JOB DESCRIPTION:
LPNs promote the health, wellness, and illness prevention of residents through an array of daily nursing and personal care endeavors. An LPN works under the direction of a registered nurse and is responsible for handling a diverse range of tasks, including administering treatment or medications, performing clinical procedures, documenting clinical data of patients, and more.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Ensures the care and safety of all residents in the nursing unit
- Ensures that individual care plans are followed
- Administers and documents medications, treatments, and other nursing services
- Makes a count of controlled substances on the assigned nursing unit
- Records current condition of assigned resident in EMR
- Receives and gives an accurate report of the resident condition at shift change
- Communicates to the nursing team and medical provider as indicated and required
- Assists in the orientation of new staff
- Maintains competency in all the tasks needed by CMS
REQUIREMENTS:
- Minimum 18 years of age
- New York State Licensed Practical Nurse licensure
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to follow written and verbal instructions
- Basic computer knowledge, PCC e-MAR experience preferred
- Physical endurance for frequent activity; ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds
ABOUT US:
VestraCare is a portfolio of five health care facilities in New York state, including: Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dunkirk; Roscoe Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Roscoe; Sunset Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Boonville; and Susquehanna Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Johnson City. We’re proud to be a family of high-quality health care providers that also includes Absolut Care, Taconic Health Care and The McGuire Group.
Salary : $31 - $34
