LPN​/LVN - LTC

LPN Part Time

Profession: LPN Specialty:
Long Term Care Duration: 14 weeks

Shift: Part Time Evenings (2 shifts of 8 hours one week, 3 shifts of 8 hours the next week) Hours per

Shift: 8 hours

Experience:

1 year of experience as LPN License: NY LPN Licensure

Certifications:

BLS (AHA or RQI specifically) Must-Have: A minimum of 1 year experience as an LPN

Description:

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

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

The LPN will collect data relevant to the resident's physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis and communicate findings to the Registered Nurse and other members of the Interdisciplinary Team. They will contribute to the creation of a developmentally age-appropriate and culturally relevant plan of resident care reflecting nursing diagnosis and interventions. The LPN will involve the resident/family and healthcare team in this process while promoting a healthy, safe environment.

Recommending revisions to the plan of care after evaluating resident outcomes is required. The LPN will indicate the need for referrals to ensure all aspects of the resident's care have been addressed. They will collaborate with the resident/family and members of the Interdisciplinary Team within the scope of nursing practice, assuring customer satisfaction. Maintaining current knowledge and competency in Nursing Practice is essential.

Participating in the mentoring/orientation of staff is also required. The LPN must consider factors related to safety, cost, and impact in planning the delivery of care. Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the LPN will provide leadership in the professional practice setting. Demonstrating knowledge and competency in required nursing tasks is essential. Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is reasonably anticipated.

Required tasks will involve potential contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues.