LPN​/LVN - LTC

LPN Profession

Licensed Practical Nurse Specialty:
Long-Term Care Duration: 14 weeks

Shift: Per Diem Hours per

Shift: Minimum shift requirement: 24 hours within a 4-week period, with at least 2 weekend shifts required

Experience:

1 year in an LPN capacity at a Long-Term Care Facility License: NY LPN Licensure

Certifications:

BLS Must-Have:

- NY LPN Licensure - BLS - 1 year of 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 the assigned unit. The individual must understand the principles of growth and development across the lifespan. The LPN should assess data reflecting the patient's status and interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age-specific needs. The LPN will provide care necessary for adult and geriatric patients.

The role involves providing 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 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 must be able to provide care to geriatric residents.

The key duties include:
Collecting data relevant to residents' physical and psychosocial condition on an ongoing basis. Communicating findings to the Registered Nurse and other members of the multidisciplinary team. Contributing to the creation of a developmentally age-appropriate and culturally relevant plan of care. Reflecting nursing diagnoses and interventions to achieve desired resident outcomes. Involving the resident/family and healthcare team in the care process while promoting a healthy, safe environment.

Recommending revisions to the plan of care after evaluation of resident outcomes. Indicating the need for referrals to ensure all aspects of resident care are addressed. Collaborating with the resident/family and members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure customer satisfaction. Maintaining current knowledge and competency in nursing practice. Participating in the mentoring or orientation of staff. Considering factors related to safety, cost, and impact in planning and delivery of care.

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, providing leadership in the professional practice setting. Demonstrating knowledge and competency in nursing tasks. Occupational exposure to blood borne pathogens is reasonably anticipated. Required tasks involve potential contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues.