LPN in Horseheads, New York at Bethany Village

Bethany Village is looking for a dependable and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses to join our skilled nursing team. LPNs play an important role in providing quality care to residents while supporting the day-to-day operations of the nursing unit. Responsibilities include medication administration, treatments, documentation, working closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary team, and helping lead and support nursing staff on the unit.

• $5,000 SIGN-ON BONUS
• Competitive Pay
• Full & Part Time
• Shift Differentials
• Supportive Team

Position Overview:

Oversee aspects of care in accordance with physician's orders, resident, and family needs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coach & lead those staff members reporting to Charge LPN - work as one 'Team' to keep things running smoothly.
• Responsible for dispensing medications to residents.
• Charting & paperwork - Ensures all reporting requirements are met and completes all required paperwork; ie infection control, accident/incident reports, etc.
• Complete MDS+ on residents per assigned unit(s).
• Sterile technique / aseptic technique.
• Skin assessment, Decubitus Care, Dressings / Irrigations, Catheterization, Tropical applications.

Basic Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with issues that arise while on duty.
• Assist with wing staff evaluations.
• Assist with physician rounds.
• Working with residents and staff.
• All other Duties as assigned.

Education Required:

• LPN license

Experience Required:

• Dispensing meds and Medical aspects.
• Previous charge and/or long-term care experience preferred.

Hazards:

Exposure to the following may be present in this position:

• Blood-borne pathogens and infectious body fluids/waste.
• Needles.
• Combative residents.
• Disinfectants and cleaners.
• MSDS sheets are available for all chemicals used.

Equipment Used:

• Oxygen equipment, suction machine, keofeed pumps, hoyer lifts, and all other generally required nursing equipment.
• Computer, photocopier, fax machine, and general office equipment.
• IVAC pumps for tube feedings when applicable.

Working Conditions:

• Indoor - Skilled Nursing Facility.
• Every-other weekend required, and holidays may be required as needed.
• May be required to work past regular shift, or off-shifts as necessary.
• Working conditions for this position may include the following: inside, odors, adequate lighting, working with/around others, working alone.

Physical Demands:

• Some heavy lifting required at times:
• ~20 lbs, @ 5% of time.
• <20 lbs, throughout the shift.
• Pushing wheelchairs.
• Constant walking, standing, turning crouching, pushing wheelchairs & carts, sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, depth perception, and concentration are required for this position.
• The ability to concentrate on more than one job at a time, and the flexibility to handle multiple tasks and prioritize as needed are essential.

Personal Protective Equipment & Uniform Requirements:

• Scrub uniforms (with lab coat optional).
• Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment when performing personal care, injections, dealing with blood or body spills, and working with chemicals (cleaning agents).
• Bethany Village photo I.D.

Additional Qualifications:

• Excellent supervisory skills and ability to be a good listener are beneficial to successful performance in this position.
• Ability to practice choice theory may also be required.
• Must be able to communicate with staff, residents, and the families of the residents.
• Resident-focused at all times, while acting as a pleasant professional is essential.
• Task-centeredness, punctuality, and a pleasant demeanor are beneficial to successful performance in this position.