Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Team Leader

Company: Elderwood
Location: Ticonderoga
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Salary: $25.30 - $37.40 / hour Overview: LPN Rate Range : $25.30 - $37.40 / hour (Earn more with experience) Don't Look For Job, Find a Career... Apply today! Elderwood at Ticonderoga at Benefits: Pay in Lieu of Benefits for our part-time clinical staff
Increased Tuition Assistance Program for Clinical Tracks - ask HR about our School Partners that provide the most reimbursement & assistance
Shift Differentials
Full Benefits Package, including 401k with Employer match
Employee referral program This position is located in Ticonderoga, NY. , in the heart of the Adirondacks. Elderwood at Ticonderoga is seeking high quality, compassionate Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to be on the front lines, making the difference in the lives of our residents and their families. We are looking to fill FULL TIME, PART TIME and PER DIEM positions. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Position Overview: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is assigned to a team of Nursing Assistants and is responsible for skilled treatments, passing of medications and monitoring the personal care services provided by Nursing Assistants; LPNs are also responsible for reporting care and unusual symptoms of residents to supervisor and staff of next shift. Shift : 6:15am-6:45pm Join Our Team: Join our strong and growing company today! Employee Perks!: 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Free Hot and Iced Coffee, Free On-Site Parking, Generous PTO & holiday package, Life Insurance, Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!, Substantial employee referral program, Tuition reimbursement program Responsibilities: LPN Responsibilities: Administer medications and treatments to assigned residents as ordered by physician and utilizing the five rights as applicable.
Direct and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.
Assist Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
Report to Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge Nurse Supervisor unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
Follow the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in implementation of the care plan.
Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets.
Document as applicable in the care plans, Nursing Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required records.
Qualifications: LPN Qualifications: Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a current state license required. LPN Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred. Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel required. Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required. Caring, respectful attitude towards residents required. Physical stamina for constant activity required. Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required. Elderwood expects all current and new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination. Employees may request a medical exemption from vaccination. EOE Statement: WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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