Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Highland Care Center, a 320-bed skilled nursing facility, is currently seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our staff. 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!

Job Description

• 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.
• Assess and document resident progress in the medical record.
• 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.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures.
• Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies, and equipment to ensure 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.

Requirements

• 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.

Benefits

• $3,500 sign-on bonus for 7 am - 3 pm shifts
• $2,000 sign-on bonus for all weekend shifts
• $2,500 sign-on bonus for other shifts
• Base pay is $30.13 - $41 per hour; evening and night shifts are eligible for a 10% shift differential
• Union benefits (available according to pay rate)
• Medical coverage including prescription coverage
• Dental and vision coverage
• Paid family leave
• Basic short-term and long-term disability
• Pension
• Tuition reimbursement
• Generous paid time off
• Employee of the month
• Safety bingo incentive

Job Types

Full-time, Part-time

Pay

$32.24 - $41.00 per hour

License/Certification

• NY LPN license (Required)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute

Jamaica, NY 11432 (Required)

Ability to Relocate

Jamaica, NY 11432: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location

In person