Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) *$4K SIGN ON BONUS

New Vanderbilt Rehabilitation And Care Center -

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

$4,000 SIGN ON BONUS

New Vanderbilt Rehabilitation and Care Center is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join the team. We are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest.

We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care.

We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity.

It is also a great, supportive working environment for our dedicated staff!

This is a union position with union benefits

Benefits

• Health insurance, dental and vision
• 401K
• PTO packages including sick time, vacation, personal and holiday.
• Competitive pay
• Positive work environment
• Employee of the month
• 10% shift differential for evenings and nights

Summary of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) :

Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) :

• Assess and document resident progress in the medical record.
• Monitor turning and positioning of residents.
• Obtain changes in physician’s orders as indicated by resident’s progress or lack of progress
• Communicate pertinent information about resident condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors and Director of Nursing, as indicated.
• Maintain clean, orderly treatment cart and restock treatment supplies.
• Follow Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures.
• Document pressure sore status weekly or more often as condition changes.
• Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.
• Participate in educational programs for residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is being discharged to home.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities, as assigned.

Job Requirements of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) :

• Licensed Practical Nurse current state license in New York.
• At least one (1) year of Skilled Nursing experience preferred.
• Must have a current / active CPR certification.
• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.
• Approachable, flexible and adaptable to change.
20 days ago