LPN-Licensed Practical Nurse

Job DescriptionLicensed Practical Nurse-Full TimeThe Parker Jewish Institute, located in New Hyde Park, NY, is seeking experienced and compassionateFull TimeLicensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our team of professionals in the Nursing Department.Now Hiring on the Day Shift (7am-3:15pm)WORKING AT PARKERThe Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation, conveniently located on the Queens-Nassau County border in New Hyde Park, New York, is a non-profit health care facility that offers short term rehabilitation, sub-acute care and nursing home care, as well as community-based health care’ encompassing adult day health care, home health care, and a hospice program that serves terminally ill patients in their own homes or in nursing facilities, including Parker’s nursing home.Quality care means hiring quality people and Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation has a longstanding reputation for excellence and innovation in resident and patient care.In addition to a friendly, collaborative environment and exciting career-growth opportunities, Parker Jewish Institute also offers these convenience factors:A modern, safe and secure campus conveniently located on the Queens/Nassau County border that is easily accessible by public transportation or autoFree parkingA superb, low-cost employee cafeteriaDay, evening and night shifts, as well as some flex shiftsCentral to excellent housing, superior school districts and excellent shoppingA variety of nearby child care options, colleges and universitiesLPN’s at Parker Jewish Institute for Health Care and Rehabilitation are responsible for performing skilled resident care on under the supervising of an RN. LPN’s may supervise C.N.A’s.Key Tasks Include:Collects patient/resident data to facilitate completion of clinical assessmentsCollaborate with other health professionals in the Plan of CareMonitors patient progress and condition and trends requiring interventionAdds pertinent information to the plan of care as neededObserve patient/resident response to therapeutic regimen and report to RN.Administer medications and treatments and assist with diagnostic tests and proceduresParticipate in resident/family education and discharge planningWhen in charge, manage work assignments to meet patient and unit needsSupervise and monitor delivery of care by Nursing AssistantsParticipate in orientation of new staff or students on unitMaintain notes and records of patient status, and transcribe physician ordersQualifications:Current and valid NYS License of Practical Nursing (LPN)Graduate of an accredited Nursing schoolRecent, relevant experience working with the geriatric populationJob Posted by ApplicantPro