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We are looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) at The Paramount at Somers located at 189 Route 100, Somers, NY 10589 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Responsibilities: Provide care for residents of our Skilled Unit (SNF) and Long Term Care Unit. Duties Include; Medication Administration, including IVs. Taking and recording vital signs. Providing resident care and treatments with monitoring of outcome. Provide resident and family education. Communication with physicians, NPs, families and other health care professionals. Supervising CNAs QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Current License-LPN Salary: Up to $42 an hour Shift: PER DIEM This job posting is for The Paramount at Somers Located at: 189 Route 100, Somers, NY 10589 An Equal Opportunity Employer INDLPN $72,976.04 - $72,976.05 / year
NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island , and interact with us on LinkedIn , Glassdoor , Indeed , Facebook , X , YouTube and Instagram . Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse, FGP - Huntington. In this role, the successful candidate The FGP LPN will assist the RN in the care of patients and families by completing assigned patient care tasks, in accordance with the NYS LPN scope of practice and NYULH policy. In this role, the FGP LPN will provide competent, safe, and compassionate care with emphasis on an understanding of the challenges faced by health maintenance, illness, hospitalization, undergoing procedures, or diagnostic testing. The FGP LPN will check vital signs, recording a patients medical history, and utilize specialized skills and safety when carrying out specific tasks of patient care as assigned, including phlebotomy, point of care testing via finger stick, with certification, and electrocardiograms. Job Responsibilities: • Participates in patient centered quality and performance improvement program consistent with service and departmental programs. • Acquires and maintains current LPN knowledge and competence to fulfill responsibilities. • Supports the missions, philosophy, standards, goals and objectives of NYULH • Collects patient healthcare data systematically and, on an on-going basis, using appropriate assessment techniques and instruments. • Enforces adherence of NYULH and FGP policies and procedures and standards including but not limited to HIPAA, Compliance, Human Resources, etc. • Participates in coordination of unit activities to provide patient care in a healing, humane and caring environment. • Engages in self-assessment and participates in activities to promote own professional growth and development. • Obtains patient vital signs, weights, EKGs as needed. Performs blood collection/phlebotomy as needed. • Administers medications, including injections in accordance with NYULMC clinical guidelines and NYS Scope of Practice • Assists with maintaining patient flow to and from exam rooms and treatment areas. Assists in escorting patients. Ensure chart is available, with relevant lab work and test reports if indicated, for physician when the physician sees the patient. • Maintains an awareness of current patient centered evidence-based practices and uses knowledge of applicable research data in provision of patient care. • Collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team and promotes collegial relationships. • Assists patients and communicates with licensed providers to obtain prescription renewals as needed. • Performs patient related functions as directed by the Licensed Provider and/or Registered Nurse (RN), and documents properly. These may include the following, as governed by LPN scope of practice: medication administration, vaccination, other injections, and patch placement, set up and/or assist for procedure. • Communicates directly with patients regarding their care or treatment using appropriate terminology and respectful manner. Interacts with medical staff efficiently. Interacts with support staff professionally. • Serves as a support and resource for nursing staff and providers • Demonstrates knowledge of the NYUMC Service Standards and incorporates into the performance of responsibilities. • Functions as a respectful member of the health care team. • Ensures clinical compliance with Patient Safety initiatives and reporting • Ensures clinical in-baskets are maintained and encounters are closed within a timely manner. • Considers needs and behaviors of specific patient age and cultural groups in all patient care activities. • Completes annual competencies such as Fire Safety, Hazardous Waste, Medsled, HIPPA compliance, etc. Patient Experience Serves as NYU Langone Health Faculty Group Practice Brand Ambassador by upholding the NYULH Mission, vision and values and promoting excellence in the patient experience, during every encounter. • Drives consistency in every patient and colleague encounter by embodying the core principles of our FGP Service Strategy CARES (Connect, Align, Respond, Ensure, and Sign-Off) • Greets patients warmly and professionally, stating name and role, and clearly communicates each step of the care/interaction as appropriate • Works collaboratively with colleagues and site management to ensure a positive experience and timely resolution for all patient interactions and inquiries whether in person, by phone or via electronic messaging. • Proactively anticipates patient needs, and participates in service recovery by applying the LEARN model (Listen, Empathize, Apologize, Resolve, Notify), and escalates to leadership as appropriate. • Shares ideas or any observed areas of opportunity, to improve patient experience and patient access, with appropriate leadership. (i.e. ways to optimize provider schedules, how to minimize delays, increase employee engagement, etc.) • Partners with Patient Access Center and Central Billing Office team members to support collaboration and promote a positive patient experience. • Takes a proactive approach in ensuring that practice staff are fully versed in the Access Agreement gold standard principles. Minimum Qualifications: To qualify you must have a Graduate of LPN program with current NYS OP LPN licensure and registration. Ability to complete multiple tasks efficiently and thrive in a team work environment which pursues a positive patient care experience. Physical stamina, manual dexterity, visual and aural acuity to perform responsibilities needed also required.. Required Licenses: LPN Preferred Qualifications: BLS certification preferred Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal . NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $72,976.04 - $72,976.05 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. 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$132,178 - $143,230 / year
Duties Description Supervises and coordinates the activities of assigned nursing and direct care staff. Directs and reviews the work of nursing staff; completes performance evaluations; and initiates appropriate counseling and disciplinary actions. Develops assignments and daily staffing plans for nursing care; prepares and monitors staffing schedules; and ensures adequate nursing coverage. Identifies staff development needs for training on clinical nursing related topics; and evaluates the effectiveness of in-service education and guidance programs. Ensures that staff have met requirements for first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), and other agency-specific required training in concert with nurse educators. May interview nursing candidates and participate in orientation programs for new staff and/or other recruitment and hiring processes. Supervises admission and discharge planning activities; and serves as a liaison to community providers, families, hospitals, and other health care facilities. Maintains established standards of nursing care in accordance with State, federal, and accreditation agency requirements. Makes rounds and ensure the maintenance of a safe, sanitary, and therapeutic environment and that individuals’ safety, well-being, and care needs are met. Informs staff of and ensures the implementation of policies, procedures, and trends in nursing practice. Monitors and reviews nursing documentation, such as progress notes and medication charts, to ensure accuracy and quality; and follows up with nursing staff when needed to resolve discrepancies. Assesses the quality of nursing care and assists in the development and implementation of quality control programs for nursing care. Oversees narcotics tracking and management; and ensures medical inventories are properly maintained and stored. Ensures compliance with State and federal laws, rules, and regulations, including facility policies on restraints, seclusion, levels of intensive supervision, abuse, and incident reporting. Formulates corrective action plans in response to identified regulatory problems and ensures the implementation of such. Participates in the management and administration of nursing services; assists in planning and program development activities; and meets with managers to review, update, and ensure the effectiveness of nursing policies, protocols, and procedures. May assist in the management and oversight of a nursing department; prepare budgets and monitor expenditures; participate on committees and workgroups; and perform the duties of a lower-level Registered Nurse and cover staff assignments, if necessary. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nys-office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities/posts/?feedView=all Minimum Qualifications Promotion: Possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State and two years of service in any Grade 18 or higher position that requires a registered professional nurse license; or one year of service in any Grade 20 or higher position that requires a registered professional nurse license. Open competitive: Possession of a license and current registration as a registered professional nurse in New York State; and three years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience. Substitution: a bachelor’s degree in nursing can substitute for one year of post-licensure clinical nursing experience; and a master’s degree in nursing can substitute for two years of post-licensure clinical nursing experience. Transfer: Candidates must have one year of permanent competitive or 55-b/c status in the posted title and be eligible for lateral transfer; OR be eligible to transfer via Section 70.1, 70.4, or 52.6 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades. To determine if your current Civil Service title is eligible for transfer to this title, visit the Career Mobility GOT-IT website: https://careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo/gotit/index.cfm. Additional Comments This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). HELPS Program titles may be filled via a non-competitive appointment. This means that you do not need to take an exam to qualify, but you do need to meet the minimum qualifications of the title. At a future date (within one year of permanent appointment), employees hired under NY HELPS are expected to have their permanent non-competitive employment status converted to permanent competitive status. You will not have to take an exam to gain permanent competitive status. Posted Hiring Salary includes the sum of the statutory hiring rate for PS&T Grade 22 ($82,326), Increased Hiring Salary ($10,852), Geographic Pay Differential ($35,000) and Downstate adjustment ($4,000). Geographic Pay Differential and Downstate adjustment are added to the job rate ($104,230). If you are currently a New York State employee serving in a permanent competitive qualifying title and eligible for a transfer via Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law, you may be appointed to this title as a permanent competitive employee. The assignment of PS&T employees will be made in accordance with any agreed upon Memorandum of Understanding between PEF and the local DDSO regarding the posting of job vacancies. Preference will be given to OPWDD employees impacted by closures. If you are being impacted by closure, please indicate this on your resume. All OPWDD employees must be eligible and maintain eligibility for full and unconditional participation in the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Continued employment will depend on maintaining eligibility. If you are employed by state government you may be able to receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on Direct Loans after 120 qualifying monthly payments have been made under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time for a qualifying employer. For more information on PSLF, please visit www.studentAid.gov/publicservice. Employees on long term leave can bid on positions but must be able to report to work within fourteen (14) days and be able to perform the essential functions of their positions with or without reasonable accommodation (RA). If an employee or job applicant believes that they need a reasonable accommodation, they should contact the Reasonable Accommodation Unit at (518) 486-7222 or email accommodationrequests@opwdd.ny.gov to obtain information and RA forms. Savings programs such as the U.S. Savings Bond and the College Savings Plan. Voluntary pre-tax savings programs such as Health Care Spending Account and the Dependent Care Advantage Account offer employees options to pay for uncovered health care expenses or dependent care expenses. Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) an assessment and referral service that connects employees with local service providers and support services to address their personal needs. Life insurance and Disability insurance. The New York State Deferred Compensation Plan is a voluntary retirement plan that offers employees the option to invest a part of their salaries for retirement on a tax-deferred basis. Paid Holidays and Leave: ° Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year. ° Thirteen (13) days of paid vacation leave initially. ° Five (5) days paid personal leave each year. ° Thirteen (13) days of paid sick leave each year (PEF/CSEA), which may carry over from year to year. ° Up to three (3) days professional leave each year to participate in professional development events. Health Care Coverage: Employees and their eligible dependents can choose from a variety of affordable health insurance programs. Employees are provided family dental and vision plans at no extra cost. Paid Parental Leave: Paid Parental Leave allows eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of paid leave at full pay for each qualifying event. A qualifying event is defined as the birth of a child or placement of a child for adoption or foster care. Retirement Program: Participate in The NYS Employees’ Retirement System (ERS), which is recognized as one of the best-managed and best-funded public retirement systems in the nation. Professional Development and Education and Training: NYS offers training programs and tuition assistance to eligible employees to maintain and increase their professional skills and prepare them for promotional opportunities. For more information, please visit https://oer.ny.gov/training-and-professional-development. Additionally, the Public Service Workshops Program (PSWP) offers certain professional training opportunities for PEF represented and M/C designated employees that may grant continuing education credits towards maintaining professional licensure. For more information, please visit https://oer.ny.gov/public-service-workshops-program-pswp. OPWDD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of inclusion. We believe that we are most effective in managing and improving our service system with a diverse team of employees. With such a large workforce, we rely on the collective individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, self-expression, ideas and talent that our employees bring to their work. This speaks to our culture and is a key part of our successes. As we continuously recruit people for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that applicants bring in terms of their education, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, gender identity and expression, nation of origin, age, languages spoken, veteran’s status, color, religion, disability, sexual orientation and beliefs. ***All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.*** 
