Skilled Nursing Facility Purdys, NY 10578$45 hourly/ 1.5x overtimeConsistent, ongoing assignment needing 3p-11p/ 11p-7am shiftsFull Time and every other weekend requiredStarts immediatelyStaff Genius is a national temporary medical position company offering long term placement solutions to facilities.
We are a woman owned and operated company and we make shifts happen!We are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care for residents in a long term care facility in a professional and considerate manner.
You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor.
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate.
The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm.
It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.ResponsibilitiesRecord a patient's medical history accuratelyTake and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.Monitor patients' condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient chartsAssist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasksCollect samples for lab testing as assignedProvide emotional and psychological support when neededCommunicate with patients' family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructionsSkillsProven experience as Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or similar roleAbility to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary teamFamiliarity with nursing home/longterm care, safety and sanitation standards and proceduresUnderstanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practicesExcellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminologyGood knowledge of MS Office and data entryPerfect physical condition and staminaExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsCompassionate and able to handle stressSuccessful completion of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license program is a must