LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Elderwood
Location: Lockport
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Salary: $23.00 - $33.00 / hour Overview:Apply Here for Full Time
& Part Time LPN OpportunitiesLPN Compensation Package:LPN starting
rate: $23.00 - $33.00 / hour (Earn More with More Experience)Shift
Differentials up to $2.50 / hour!Elderwood at Lockport is seeking a
dedicated, compassionate and collaborative Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN) to join our clinical team.Elderwood Benefits for our LPNs:LPN
starting rate: $23.00/hr - $33.00 / hour (Earn More with More
Experience)Shift DifferentialsPension PlanWeekly pay
scheduleTuition Reimbursement ProgramsEmployee Referral BonusesFree
UniformsLPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Position Overview:Licensed
Practical Nurses (LPNs) are indispensable members of our
interdisciplinary team and are charged with managing the daily
clinical regimen of each resident and sub-acute patient. Our LPNs
enjoy a unique opportunity to gain extensive clinical experience
and provide advanced care in a home-like setting.Direct nursing
care of residents encompasses planning, developing, organizing,
implementing and evaluating the care of residents to ensure that
the highest degree of quality care and regulatory compliance is
maintained at all times.State LPN license required.LPN Shift
Options (all shifts include every other weekend requirements):Days:
7a-3pEvenings: 3p-11pOvernights: 11p-7aAbout Elderwood at
Lockport:Elderwood at Lockport is located in a park-like setting in
the City of Lockport, near the historic Erie Canal and the renowned
"Flight of Five" locks. This skilled nursing facility with a long
tradition in Eastern Niagara County conveys a friendly, family-like
atmosphere. A unit dedicated to rehab services features a spacious
gym for physical, occupational and speech therapy. Residents with
dementia benefit from Elderwood's personalized, structured Seasons
Memory Care programs.We are located at 104 Old Niagara Road
Lockport, New York 14094.If you are a LPN, contact us for a
facility tour today!Join Our Team: Are you ready for a rewarding
career? Join a company that cares for you, too.
Responsibilities:(LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse):Administer
medications and treatments to assigned residents as ordered by
physician and utilizing the five rights as applicable.Direct and
monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures
carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.Assist
Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as
necessary.Report to Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge
Nurse Supervisor unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily
needs, and progress of residents.Follow the Plan of Care for each
resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in
implementation of the care plan.Receive controlled substances from
the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of
the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper
and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication
cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and
narcotic cabinets.Document as applicable in the care plans, Nursing
Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other
required records.LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Skills/Competencies:Exceptional customer service
skillsProblem-solving skillsStrong decision making
abilityProficient computer skillsExcellent verbal and written
communicationQualifications:(LPN - Licensed Practical
Nurse):Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or
Registered Nurse (RN) with a current state license required.LPN
Training and work experience in a geriatric setting
preferred.Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel
required.Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing
required.Caring, respectful attitude towards residents
required.Physical stamina for constant activity required.Ability to
perform tasks to established standards of excellence
required.Elderwood expects all current and new employees to be
vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to
provide proof of vaccination. Employees may request a medical
exemption from vaccination.EOE Statement: WE ARE AN EQUAL
OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for
positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical
disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age,
genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual
orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal,
State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the
work involved.
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