Staff Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

About the role

Field Nurse (LPN) Senior Helpers of Northern Queens is looking for a dedicated and compassionate Field Nurse (LPN) to provide support in clients’ homes to help maintain their independence. The ideal candidate should be able to work independently and have a pleasant and friendly personality. We provide a full range of superior home care services to culturally diverse clients—Chinese, Korean, Spanish, Russian, Yiddish and English speaking clients. Great working environment, competitive pay rates and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Complete necessary documentation for nursing assessments and planning evaluation pertaining to clients and submit to Staff Registered Nurse (RN) for approval.
• Work with RN to evaluate clients as necessary to ensure client needs are consistent with the care plan.
• Utilize professional assessment skills to identify physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of client and be able to develop a care plan to meet these needs in a multi-disciplinary approach.
• Coordinate with management and Staff RN on implementing and revising operational procedures related to quality client care.
• Function as a resource and mentor to peers and subordinates to maintain professional nursing standards.
• Act on client’s behalf to assure patient rights.
• Be aware of home safety issues, strive to accomplish all responsibilities in a safe manner, and consistently reinforce good safety attitudes and practices displayed by other staff members.
• Respond promptly to any client complaints concerning a caregiver, document complaints, and review complaints with the Staff RN and Director of Operations.
• Lead caregiver trainings onsite at Senior Helpers of Northern Queens office, as needed.
• Manage Caregivers and provide feedback and training, as needed.
• Complete all paperwork in a timely manner.
• Report any significant client changes to the office immediately.
• Maintain current certifications, health requirements and eligible working status as defined by the Department of Health and the Department of Homeland Security at all times.
• Follow all policies and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook for Field Staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Must be a licensed Registered LPN.
• At least two years of experience working in home health care.
• Must meet NY state requirements for Caregiving/RN services.
• Must have safe and reliable transportation to go to and from the client’s location and/or facilities and have a vehicle available during assignments in order to assist clients with shopping