LPN​/LVN - LTC

LPN Position

LPN Profession: LPN Specialty: LTC Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Part Time Evenings Hours per

Shift: 8 hours

Experience:

1 year as an LPN License: NY LPN Licensure

Certifications:

BLS

Description:

The LPN must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development across the lifespan. The LPN should possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs.

The LPN provides direct and indirect skilled nursing care for assigned residents. The LPN follows defined policies and procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Maintaining a collaborative relationship with other nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary staff is essential. The LPN must maintain an appropriate level of knowledge and clinical expertise through continuing education and in-service programs. The LPN shall have the ability to provide care to geriatric residents.

Data relevant to the resident's physical and psychosocial condition must be collected on an ongoing basis and findings communicated to the RN and other members of the Interdisciplinary Team. The LPN contributes to the creation of a developmentally age-appropriate and culturally relevant resident care plan that reflects nursing diagnosis and interventions. Engaging the resident/family and healthcare team in this process while promoting a healthy, safe environment is important.

Revisions to the plan of care should be recommended after evaluating resident outcomes and indicating the need for referrals to ensure all aspects of the resident's care have been addressed. Collaboration with the resident/family and members of the Interdisciplinary Team is needed within the scope of nursing practice to assure customer satisfaction. The LPN must maintain current knowledge and competency in nursing practice.

Participation in the mentoring/orientation of staff is encouraged. Consideration of factors related to safety, cost, and impact is vital in planning the delivery of care. Under the direction of the RN, the LPN will provide leadership in the professional practice setting. Demonstrated knowledge and competency in this role is required. Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is reasonably anticipated. Required tasks may involve potential contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues.