LPN​/LVN - LTC

LPN Profession:
Nursing Specialty:
Long-Term Care (LTC)

Duration: 14 Weeks

Shift: Full-Time Evenings Hours per

Shift: 5x8 per week, every other weekend/holiday required

Experience:

1 Year as an LPN License: NY LPN Licensure

Certifications:

BLS (AHA or RQI required) Must-Have:
Ability to provide care to geriatric residents

The LPN must demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development across the life span. The LPN must 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 age-specific needs.

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

The LPN collects data relevant to the resident's physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis and communicates findings to the RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team. Contributions to creating a developmentally age-appropriate and culturally relevant care plan reflecting nursing diagnosis and interventions are required to achieve desired resident outcomes. Involvement of the resident/family and healthcare team in this process while promoting a healthy and safe environment is crucial.

Revisions to the plan of care may be recommended after evaluating resident outcomes. The LPN will indicate 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 within the scope of nursing practice is essential to assure customer satisfaction. Maintaining current knowledge and competency in nursing practice is required.

Participation in the mentoring/orientation of staff is expected. Consideration of factors related to safety, cost, and impact in planning and delivery of care is important. Under the direction of the RN, providing leadership in the professional practice setting is part of the role. Demonstrating knowledge and competency is expected. Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is reasonably anticipated. Required tasks involve a potential contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues.