Licences Practical Nurse
- Full-time
Job Description
RN Express is seeking full-time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) .
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assists each resident in achieving and maintaining their highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being through the provision of medication and treatment administration and through quality, personal care.
Responsibilities Include:
- Follow all shift routines, policies and procedures regarding monitoring of vital signs, weights, and administration of medications and treatments.
- Administer medical/nursing services, such as catheterization, tube feedings, suctioning, range of motion, applying/changing bandages, packs, and colostomies as needed.
- Supervise and oversee Nursing Assistant, Registered (NAR) staff.
- Accurately chart Nurse’s Notes reflecting the care provided and the resident’s response.
- Accurately transcribe Physician’s Orders per protocol and forward necessary information to other departments.
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing required.
- Must have and maintain current licensure in the State of NEW YORK as an LPN.
- Current certification in CPR preferred.
- Perform medium work, lifting up to 50 pounds, with frequent lifting/carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.