LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - LONG TERM CARE 11-6 - FULL-TIME EVENINGS 22021

Patient Care Related Duties

• Applies principles of infection control and safety in the performance of patient care.
• Communicates effectively with charge nurse and other members of the health care team regarding patient's needs and/or changes in condition.
• Responds appropriately in crisis situations; able to prioritize.
• Reports significant unit problems to the charge nurse.
• Demonstrates understanding and complies with all regulatory agencies; ability to assume charge in the absence of an charge nurse.
• Participates in patient teaching and nursing research activities (CQI).

Customer Service

• Respects, is flexible, knowledgeable, confident, professional, pleasant, patient, and helpful.
• All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations.

Job Duties

• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Affirms and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
• Orients patient and family to new environment; develops rapport with patients, family, and/or significant others.
• Orients LPNs, Nurses Aides (Certified Nurse Aides) as required.
• Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.
• Participates on unit committees and in CQI activities as assigned.
• Participates in patient care conferences and in staff development activities as required.
• Assists other personnel as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing or equivalent education as described by the state education law.
• Current NJ license Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
• IV Certification required.
• Successful completion of Progressive Care Orientation Program required.
• Clinical nursing skills appropriate for an LPN.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Skills

• Successful completion of Progressive Care Orientation Program required.
• Clinical nursing skills appropriate for an LPN.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans. We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays. Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.