Details: Licensed Practical Nurse / LPNJOB SUMMARYThe Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct skilled client care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive client care outcomes. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide direct patient care as defined under the state nurse practice act using sound judgment and critical thinking. Implement plan of care and treatment initiated by the registered nurse. Provide accurate, detailed and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care and the nursing process. Conduct ongoing assessments. Participate in health/therapeutic counseling, teaching and emotional support to the client and family/caregivers. Observe client condition and accurately reports to the registered nurse. Assist the registered nurse with client discharge or transfer. Assess and provide client and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis. Prepare, administer, and appropriately document actions taken specific to commonly prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications. Observe, report and record adverse reactions to medications and/or treatment to the registered nurse. Recognize the need for and institute emergency measures in a rapid and appropriate manner, when indicated. Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (i.e., PT, O, ST, Dietician) to the Director of Nursing or registered nurse supervisor. Perform wound care. Perform all skills, treatments and procedures competently in accordance to the scope of practice as defined in the Nurse Practice Act in the state of clinical practice and adheres to the policies, procedures and protocols of the agency. Follow principles of infection control and Universal Precautions. Identify and participate in performance improvement activities. Use equipment properly and in a safe manner.
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Monday, 30 July 2012
CLINIC LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
Details: ATTENTION NEW York LPN's United Staffing Solutions is currently seeking New York's most skilled LPN’s to work in clinics located throughout the Bronx area. USS has been in the staffing business for over 30 years. We offer flexible schedules and excellent benefits keeping your needs in mind. If you are an LPN with current, updated license and credentials, then apply.We look forward to hearing from you!! Must have 1+years experience in a clinic setting. Phlebotomy, Peds, OB/GYN experience is a plus! Bi Lingual Spanish is also a PLUS (not a requirement)SALARY: To be discussed HOURS: PER DIEM, FULL TIME, PART TIME, & WEEKENDS With flexible scheduling we will try to accommodate your schedule while servicing our clients
Sunday, 15 July 2012
Licensed Practical Nurse
Details: The LPN oversees the care to all residents which includes supervision of nursing staff, administration of medications and treatments Plans, directs and provides resident care according to physician orders and the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care. Communicates changes in resident’s condition in a timely fashion to include but not limited to the RN, physician, other disciplines, the following shift, and family members. Administers medications and treatments in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, and with the facility policies and procedures. Assists in gathering data to complete resident assessment in accordance with the minimum data set requirements and develops and updates Interdisciplinary Care Plans. Make daily resident rounds per assignment to determine current resident status. Performs venipuncture to obtain blood specimens according to facility practice May start and maintains IV therapy including administration of IV medications according to facility practice and manufacture/pharmacy direction (per licensure). Assists with the supervision of nursing personnel as assigned Uses standard precautions to prevent spread of communicable diseases. Enforces and trains proper infection control practices to staff, residents and visitors. Actively participates in all required in-service programs and staff meetings, including program presentation. Part Time 11-7. Four days per pay period including every other weekend/holiday.
LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse - Per-Diem - All Shifts
Details: AristaCare at Whiting, a 180-bed premier Sub-Acute nursing and rehabilitation center located in the beautiful and serene Whiting, NJ (5 minutes from Toms River) serves 3 distinct populations including sub-acute & intense cardiac rehab, long-term care dementia and traditional long term care residents. We are currently looking for qualified per-diem Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) for floor nurse positions for all shifts to join our wonderful dedicated team and to work in our newly renovated facility. As a per-diem employee you will have the flexibility to select any available shifts that work for you.JOB SUMMARYThe Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct skilled client care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive client care outcomes.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide direct patient care as defined under the state nurse practice act using sound judgment and critical thinking. Implement plan of care and treatment initiated by the registered nurse. Provide accurate, detailed and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care and the nursing process. Conduct ongoing assessments. Participate in health/therapeutic counseling, teaching and emotional support to the client and family/caregivers. Observe client condition and accurately reports to the registered nurse. Assist the registered nurse with client discharge or transfer. Assess and provide client and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis. Prepare, administer, and appropriately document actions taken specific to commonly prescribed oral, topical, subcutaneous and intramuscular medications. Observe, report and record adverse reactions to medications and/or treatment to the registered nurse. Recognize the need for and institute emergency measures in a rapid and appropriate manner, when indicated. Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines (i.e., PT, OT, ST, Dietician) to the Director of Nursing or registered nurse supervisor. Perform wound care. Perform all skills, treatments and procedures competently in accordance to the scope of practice as defined in the Nurse Practice Act in the state of clinical practice and adheres to the policies, procedures and protocols of the agency. Follow principles of infection control and Universal Precautions. Identify and participate in performance improvement activities. Use equipment properly and in a safe manner.
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