Licensed Practical Nurse

$39.57 - $41.39 / hour

Overview Provides high quality nursing care and personal care to patients under the direction of the registered professional nurse consistent with VNS Health philosophy, policy, goals and objectives, and Standards of Nursing Practice. Provides nursing care to patients in any of the service areas. Works under moderate supervision. • Utilizes skills of observation, interviewing and physical/psychosocial assessment to gather relevant data in identifying changes in condition, and assesses patient living conditions and family situations, alerting the registered professional nurse or coach, as appropriate. • Travels to patients’ homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the patient. • Delivers nursing care to patients in any of VNS Health’s services/settings. • Provides nursing care in accordance with VNS Health policies, practices, procedures and Standards of Nursing Practice, which may require standing, stooping, sitting, crouching, bending and stretching to deliver patient care. • Transports and utilizes required medical equipment and supplies using VNS Health designated/supplied carrying case weighing approximately 25 – 30 lbs. to and from patient homes/care facilities, VNS Health offices and other locations. • Participates in the development of treatment plans and interventions with the registered professional nurse. • Assists the registered professional nurse in carrying out the care plan and performing specialized duties when necessary. • Provides health instructions to patients and family caregivers in accordance with the registered professional nurse’s plan of care. • Performs technical procedures safely, efficiently, legally and within the scope of practice. • Documents assessment findings; treatment and interventions provided with patient/family responses in accordance with VNS Home Care policies. • Assumes responsibility for personal professional growth. • Understands and interprets agency reimbursement policy. • Collaborates with teammates in setting of team goals, establishment of performance measures, and evaluation of team performance. • Participates in activities that support achievement of team goals and responsibilities. • Participates in coordination of day to day service delivery operations of team (e.g. coordination of patient coverage during planned and unplanned absences of teammates. • Demonstrates awareness and appreciation of roles and contributions of individual team members. • Participates in peer review with other team members and coach support. • Participates in the orientation of new team members. • Serves as team representative for special events and projects, as requested. • Participates in team meetings and other team activities. • Shares accountability with team members for achieving team performance goals. • Performs other duties, as needed, including personal care services. • For CMHS only: • Patient assignments are for routine long acting injections and medication delivery. • For Hospice and Home Care only: • Assists patients with activities of daily living, which may require positioning, moving, transferring and lifting patients of varying weights and physical conditions, with and without assistance and as appropriate, from family members and/or paraprofessionals. • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: License and current registration to practice as an LPN in New York State required Valid driver's license may be required as determined by operational/regional needs. Education: High School Diploma or completion of LPN Program required Work Experience: Minimum of one year work experience as an LPN preferred Bilingual skills may be required as determined by operational needs. Home care/hospice experience preferred For CMHS only: Experience working in mental health and/or home care strongly preferred For Hospice only: Employee will be hired to perform nursing care duties in primarily one area of service (Home Care visits, Hospice Residence shifts, or Crisis Care visits). However the nurse will be cross–trained in each service area and will be expected to perform nursing care duties in all three Hospice services, as needed. Pay Range per Visit: If you are applying to the per diem per visit version of this job, the hiring range is as follows: $54.55- $58.20 per visit. Pay Range USD $39.57 - USD $41.39 /Hr. About Us VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We’re one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day.

Licensed Practical Nurse

VNS Health Jericho, NY

$39.57 - $41.39 / hour

Overview Provides high quality nursing care and personal care to patients under the direction of the registered professional nurse consistent with VNS Health philosophy, policy, goals and objectives, and Standards of Nursing Practice. Provides nursing care to patients in any of the service areas. Works under moderate supervision. • Utilizes skills of observation, interviewing and physical/psychosocial assessment to gather relevant data in identifying changes in condition, and assesses patient living conditions and family situations, alerting the registered professional nurse or coach, as appropriate. • Travels to patients’ homes and/or other facilities with varying environments (e.g., elevated buildings, walk-ups, care facilities, single/multiple family homes, presence of pets, etc.) using approved transportation options to deliver direct care to the patient. • Delivers nursing care to patients in any of VNS Health’s services/settings. • Provides nursing care in accordance with VNS Health policies, practices, procedures and Standards of Nursing Practice, which may require standing, stooping, sitting, crouching, bending and stretching to deliver patient care. • Transports and utilizes required medical equipment and supplies using VNS Health designated/supplied carrying case weighing approximately 25 – 30 lbs. to and from patient homes/care facilities, VNS Health offices and other locations. • Participates in the development of treatment plans and interventions with the registered professional nurse. • Assists the registered professional nurse in carrying out the care plan and performing specialized duties when necessary. • Provides health instructions to patients and family caregivers in accordance with the registered professional nurse’s plan of care. • Performs technical procedures safely, efficiently, legally and within the scope of practice. • Documents assessment findings; treatment and interventions provided with patient/family responses in accordance with VNS Home Care policies. • Assumes responsibility for personal professional growth. • Understands and interprets agency reimbursement policy. • Collaborates with teammates in setting of team goals, establishment of performance measures, and evaluation of team performance. • Participates in activities that support achievement of team goals and responsibilities. • Participates in coordination of day to day service delivery operations of team (e.g. coordination of patient coverage during planned and unplanned absences of teammates. • Demonstrates awareness and appreciation of roles and contributions of individual team members. • Participates in peer review with other team members and coach support. • Participates in the orientation of new team members. • Serves as team representative for special events and projects, as requested. • Participates in team meetings and other team activities. • Shares accountability with team members for achieving team performance goals. • Performs other duties, as needed, including personal care services. • For CMHS only: • Patient assignments are for routine long acting injections and medication delivery. • For Hospice and Home Care only: • Assists patients with activities of daily living, which may require positioning, moving, transferring and lifting patients of varying weights and physical conditions, with and without assistance and as appropriate, from family members and/or paraprofessionals. • Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: License and current registration to practice as an LPN in New York State required Valid driver's license may be required as determined by operational/regional needs. Education: High School Diploma or completion of LPN Program required Work Experience: Minimum of one year work experience as an LPN preferred Bilingual skills may be required as determined by operational needs. Home care/hospice experience preferred For CMHS only: Experience working in mental health and/or home care strongly preferred For Hospice only: Employee will be hired to perform nursing care duties in primarily one area of service (Home Care visits, Hospice Residence shifts, or Crisis Care visits). However the nurse will be cross–trained in each service area and will be expected to perform nursing care duties in all three Hospice services, as needed. Pay Range per Visit: If you are applying to the per diem per visit version of this job, the hiring range is as follows: $54.55- $58.20 per visit. Pay Range USD $39.57 - USD $41.39 /Hr. About Us VNS Health has been committed to meeting the needs of New Yorkers for over 130 years. We’re one of the largest nonprofit home- and community-based health care organizations in the country, and today, more than 11,500 team members work together to make a difference in the lives of more than 99,000 patients and members on any given day.

Home Health Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Pathwell Health Greenwich, CT

$60,000 - $80,000 / year

The LPN is responsible for assessing patient health problems and needs, implementing nursing care plans, and maintaining medical records. May advise patients on health maintenance and disease prevention or provide case management. Licensing or registration is required. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following: Provide skilled nursing care under the direct supervision of the Clinical Supervisor Complete evaluation tasks, including vital signs and medication reviews Coordinate with physicians, therapists and other individuals in the client’s care plan Assess and chart observations of the client’s condition at each visit Maintain complete and accurate documentation of nursing care Work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team Provide education to clients and families on proper home health care procedures and strategies Record patients' medical information and vital signs. Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patient's conditions. Consult and coordinate with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans Modify patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity Assess the needs of individuals, families, or communities, including assessment of individuals' home or work environments, to identify potential health or safety problems Perform other duties as assigned MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES) Associates degree required; Graduate of an accredited state-approved, Bachelor’s Degree from school of nursing preferred Current and valid Connecticut Licensed Practical Nurse license One year of LPN experience, Current CPR certification (required) Driver’s License, Car Insurance, Car Registration Strong interpersonal skills that build personal rapport and establish trust with the client Computer literate, Strong organizational skills Excellent written and communication skills Ability to meet physical demands of the job (ex: lifting 50 pounds for transfers) Home health care experience Bilingual (Spanish) preferred PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

LPN

Full-time

1 week ago

(LPN) Licensed Practical Nurse

Fine Care Center Freeport, NY

$45 / hour

YOUR FUTURE STARTS NOW! Are you a Licensed Practical Nurse looking for a great career opportunity, or a new LPN looking to gain invaluable experience? Join the Fine Care Center family! With competitive wages, flexible scheduling, medical benefits, and 24/7 support, we invite you to join our dedicated team! Whether you are looking for full-time, part-time or per-diem, we offer tailored employment solutions that meet your needs. Apply today for immediate consideration! At Fine Care Center, YOU are our greatest asset! We are proud to offer our (LPN) Licensed Practical Nurses the following benefits: Compensation: $45.00/hour Offices located throughout NY! Paid Orientation/Training. Commuter Benefits. Flexible Scheduling – we work with you! Voluntary Medical Insurance available! Referral Bonus Program. 24/7 dedicated phone/text support Plus more! Inquire with a Fine Care Rep today! Fine Care Center (LPN) Licensed Practical Nurses are responsible for working under the supervision of doctors and RNs, performing duties such as taking vital signs, collecting samples, administering medication, ensuring patient comfort, and reporting the status of their patients to the nurses. Requirements of the (LPN) Licensed Practical Nurse are as follows: Active New York State LPN License Physical Current CPR certification High level of patience, empathy, and compassion is a MUST Ability to stand for long periods of time Resume MMR & Varicella titers PPD or proof of chest X-ray if positive 1 Personal reference letter, 1 Professional reference letter Original non-expired State Identification Original proof of Work Authorization Malpractice Insurance Policy Knowledge of EMR Programs a plus! About Fine Care Center: Fine Care Center seeks to hire staff at our facilities throughout New York State. We hire Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Aides (CNAs), Dietary Aides, Housekeeping, Maintenance and Recreation personnel for work in our nursing homes. At Fine Care Center our mission is to provide our clients with comprehensive health services of the highest quality in an atmosphere of humane care, dignity, and respect. Fine Care Center offers valuable opportunities with flexible scheduling and a range of work locations across the area. Employees at Fine Care Center work full time, part time and per-diem at the location most convenient to them. Join our team and learn about how Fine Care can help you meet your nursing career goals.

LPN

Full-time

1 month ago

LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse

Five Star Nursing Freeport, NY

$45 / hour

Hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for Skilled Nursing Facility Make a Difference on Your Own Schedule and Terms! We are seeking compassionate LPNs / Licensed Practical Nurses to work within our client's facilities, providing follow-through of the physician-established plan of treatment and working under the supervision of the RN Supervisor. Five Star believes that qualified nurses are advocates and health educators for patients, families, and communities. Hourly pay rate: $45 We would love to hear from you and see how we can help you advance your career in the medical field and earn money while caring for your community! As one of Five Star’s Licensed Practical Nurses, you will have access to: · Flexible Scheduling! (Days, Evenings, Nights, and Weekends available!) · Paid Orientations · Competitive Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit · Paid Sick Leave in accordance with NY law. · Dedicated Office staff & 24-hour On-call Service · Positive Work Environment · Medical, dental, vision, and other insurance options available · Lucrative Referral Bonuses LPN/ Licensed Practical Nurse Requirements: Currently holds an active LPN license to work in New York. CPR Certified (BLS or ALS accepted) Meets all State and Federal requirements for US employment in a Nursing Facility Strong patient assessment skills Ability to communicate effectively Demonstrated clinical competency Five Star LPNs are expected to carry out the following tasks: • Instruct patients and their families in proper treatment. • Help individuals and groups take steps to improve or maintain health. • Assess and record symptoms and/or reactions and progress in patients. • Administer patient medications as prescribed by the treating physician. • Assist in rehabilitation in accordance with the physician's established plan of treatment. We look forward to hearing from you soon. Apply today!

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