Licensed Practical Nurse - Evening 8 Hour
Wellpath · Morris, NJ · 4 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the role
Join a mission-driven organization with a people-first culture and excellent career growth opportunities. At Wellpath, we see hundreds of thousands of unique individuals each month and provide direct clinical care to a significant portion of them.
Responsibilities
- Assesses patients' physical, psychological, and social dimensions in both the Health Care Unit and housing units, contributing to individualized treatment planning and consulting with RNs and staff as needed.
- Implements treatment programs directed by Health Care Practitioners, administering medications, including IV therapy (if certified), and performing diagnostic tests according to established protocols and procedures.
- Collaborates in controlled substance counts at the beginning of each shift, adhering to safety techniques, procedures, and standard precautions while responding to codes or health emergencies within standard guidelines.
- Affords assistance in medical or minor surgical procedures, implements nutrition and therapeutic diet plans, and documents nursing encounters using SOAP charting, ensuring effective communication with nursing staff, physicians, and other relevant personnel.
- Attends mandatory staff meetings and training sessions, demonstrating a commitment to continuous professional development and adherence to policies and procedures in providing high-quality patient care.
Requirements
- Education: Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Experience: Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience.
- Licenses/Certifications: Must have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse within the state of employment. Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited school of nursing.
- Prefer a minimum of one (1) year clinic experience.
- Must have and maintain current licensure as a Licensed Practical/Licensed Vocational Nurse within the state of employment.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain CPR certification.
Skills
Collaboration, communication, empathy, and attention to detail are essential skills for success in this role.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401k.
- DailyPay, receiving your money as you earn it!
- Tuition Assistance and dependent Scholarships.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) including free counseling and health coaching.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA).
- Wellness program featuring fitness memberships and product discounts.
- PREFERRED banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans.
- Discounted rates for preferred banking partnerships.
Pay
Compensation details vary based on experience and qualifications. Please contact us for more information.
Schedule
The schedule for this role varies based on department needs and patient load. Please contact us for more information.