Starting Rate: $27.25 - $31.75 - Based on Experience Shift Differential and Weekend Differential available!!!!
DESCRIPTION:
- Manages a designated group of nursing employees on a nursing unit and delegates/supervises resident care.
- Administers medications/treatments on the assigned unit
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works closely with the Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor in all aspects of resident care to ensure continuity of resident care.
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols
- Monitor and document residents' health status, reporting changes to the RN or attending physician promptly
- Perform skilled nursing tasks including wound care, catheter care, and tube feedings
- Communicate clearly with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
- Follow all state, federal, and facility regulations, including infection control and HIPAA standards
- Supervises CNA's
- Checks medication/treatment supplies and reorders as necessary.
- Assists in emergency care as necessary.
- Assists the Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor with evaluation of resident's needs, condition and care.
- Relieves CNA's for breaks and mealtime when necessary.
- Monitors and assists resident's during meal times
- Follows proper policy and procedure with maintenance of controlled substances (i.e.: administration, count, documentation of effectiveness).
- Assists the CNA's with resident care as needed.
- Other related duties that may have become necessary or as directed by the supervisor, department head and/or administration.
Qualifications:
- Current L.P.N. licensed in the State of New York
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting preferred
- CPR certification required