What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse position at Good Shepherd Communities?
Good Shepherd Fairview Home is looking for a compassionate LPN to join our team in providing quality of life to our 54 residents.
Sign-on Bonus
Full-time position = $3000.00 total
After 30 days = $600.00
After 6 months = $900.00
After 1 year = $1500.00
Part-time position = $1500.00 total
After 30 days = $300.00
After 6 months = $450.00
After 1 year = $750.00
Position Details
Full-time, Part-time, and per diem/casual positions available. Day (6:45am - 3:15pm) and evening (3:00pm - 11:30pm)
Good Shepherd Benefits
Benefits will full-time employment include: Health, Dental Vision, Paid Life insurance, Long-term Disability, 403(b), paid vacation, PTO & Holidays.
PTO and 403(b) available for part-time staff.
Position Summary
A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for participating in the medical attention and treatment of residents. Assists with coordination of care and resident evaluations. Monitors resident health and wellbeing. Promotes person-centered care for optimal quality of life. Collects and interprets data. Participates in the supervision of, and delegation to, Certified Nursing Assistants as required. Participates in Interdisciplinary Care Planning.
Essential Job Requirements
Education: High School Diploma or GED
License: Active New York State LPN license
Qualifications: BLS and/or CPR certification.
Must be 18 years of age. Ability to read, write and speak the English language
Experience: Prior LPN experience preferred
Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities
Authority delegated to;
- Administering & documentation of treatments
- Administering & documentation of medication
- Communication of resident & staff information
- Interdisciplinary care planning
- Provide direct care to patients
- All other duties as assigned
Physical Demands
Never: Climbing Ladders
Occasionally: Lifting/Carrying 26 lbs Pushing/Pulling 50 lbs Sitting. Crouching, Crawling, Climbing Stairs
Frequently: Lifting/Carrying 1-10 lbs, Pushing/Pulling 1-50 lbs Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Reaching
Continuously: Standing and Walking.
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