Licensed Practical Nurse / Assisted Living Facility

JOB TITLE (#3112) - Licensed Practical Nurse / Assisted Living Facility - Nassau County, NY

Must have at least 6 months of clinical experience.

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join a five-star rated Assisted Living Facility located in Hempstead, Nassau County, New York. This facility has consistently received top ratings from governmental agencies, reflecting its commitment to providing exceptional patient care.

Job Description of Licensed Practical Nurse:

The Adult Care Facility Nurse LPN will perform tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and the provision of supportive and restorative care under the direction of a registered professional nurse.

Responsibilities of Licensed Practical Nurse:

1. Calls the home care coordinator, RN or supervisor with verbal report of initial findings.
2. In conjunction with the family and physician and/or authorized practitioner, the American Supervisor adheres to the Plan of Care based on the RN’s assessment.
3. Provide nursing care as outlined in the Plan of Treatment to include the following: Nursing services, treatments, and preventive procedures, including those requiring substantial specialized skill and ordered by the physician or authorized practitioner.
4. Initiates preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures as appropriate for the patient’s care and safety.
5. Evaluates the effectiveness of his/her nursing service to the individual and family.
6. Observes signs and symptoms and changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition and consults with the physician or authorized practitioner concerning alteration of the plan of treatment in consultation with the supervisor, as necessary.
7. Provides and completes nutritional assessments under direction of Director of Nutrition.
8. Reports all patient changes and information to the Primary RN, Supervisor or Case Manager of home care on a timely basis.
9. Submits timely records of visits and vouchers based on each visit.

Requirements of a Licensed Practical Nurse:

• Must have at least 6 months of clinical experience.
• Must have an active New York state license

Schedule of a Licensed Practical Nurse:

• This is a Full-time position.
• Wed, Sat, Sun 7am-5:15pm,
• Thur 7am-6pm

Compensation and Benefits of a Licensed Practical Nurse:

• The salary for this position is $35 - $38 / hr.
• 3 weeks of vacation
• 5 personal days
• 8 sick days per year