What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at SCHOFIELD RESIDENCE INC?
- Deliver direct resident care and assist nurse's aides when necessary.
- Deliver resident care, treatments and medication administration to assigned residents.
- Report to supervisor the condition of residents and result of treatment.
- Report to physician the condition of residents, take off orders, documents, and follow-up orders to their conclusion.
- Document pertinent information on all assigned residents.
- Arrange for transfer of residents to hospitals or clinics.
- Maintain records of all controlled drugs and keep inventory count at the beginning and end of each shift.
- Check residents' comfort, follow-up as necessary, answer call bell as required.
- Collect tests and report specimens as necessary.
- Perform other nursing duties as required.
- Responsible for knowing and following resident’s plan of care for assigned residents.
- Responsible to report any employees not following plan of care.
- Perform other related duties as required by their manager.
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Qualifications:- Currently licensed and registered to practice as a practical nurse in New York State. Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification issued by either the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross.
- Must be interested in gaining knowledge of new procedures and methods through seminars and in-services. The individual could also be a graduate of a practical nursing program in New York State who has applied for a permit.
EEO 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.
Salary : $28 - $34