Licensed Practical Nurse, Lpn

Company: Waters Edge Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
Location: Bayonne
Posted on: August 2, 2022

Job Description:

Description:**NEW HIGHER RATES** EXCELLENT & AFFORDABLE BENEFITS ** ELIGIBLE FIRST OF THE MONTH AFTER DATE OF HIRE FOR AETNA HEALTH INSURANCE ** NEW GRADS WELCOME TO APPLY **Details: Full-time & Part-Time Available!! Shift Preference First Come First Serve!!Benefits (" What's in it for you?" )GREAT working culture & team environmentGENEROUS PAID TIME OFFAFFORDABLE low-cost health AETNA insurance plans for employee's and options for family plans as well!LOW-COST dental & vision benefits & addition plan offerings (disability, etc.)401K savings program with a match!!And much more!!We are seeking LPN's to join our team! You will work alongside fellow caregivers to provide high quality patient care. We are looking to find caring and compassionate LPN's to join our family. New grads are welcomed and encouraged to apply! Amazing opportunity to join a TOP RATED and HIGHLY PREFERRED Skilled Nursing & Rehab facility in Trenton, NJ. At Water's Edge Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center you will join a family of over 8+ affiliated facilities on the East Coast!! Our overriding goal is to rehabilitate patients and successfully return them to their lives. However, not every patient is capable of returning home and require full-time skilled nursing. For those who have come to reside permanently, we aim to create the best possible environment while optimizing their quality of life. There's a reason why Water's Edge Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center is the PREFERRED CHOICE of physicians, hospitals, & patients alike. Our outstanding Post-Acute Rehab Program has garnered a reputation for delivering remarkable results. Integral to our successful care is our highly dedicated and skilled staff. Are you ready to join?!The role of the Licensed Practical Nurse is to provide day to day support to the Unit Manager/Charge Nurse/Supervisor, respond appropriately to resident/family needs within the scope of practice and organizes and oversees the assigned unit activities and staff assignments. The role of the Licensed Practical Nurse is to provide day to day support to the Unit Manager/Charge Nurse/Supervisor, respond appropriately to resident/family needs within the scope of practice and organizes and oversees the assigned unit activities and staff assignments.Utilize the nursing process in the care of designated Residents.Assure Assessment/Data Collection Documents clinical data on all assigned Residents per regulations.Report findings of ongoing changes /concerns to the Charge Nurse, Nursing Supervisor or Nurse Manager.Demonstrate knowledge of basic lab/test collections.Deliver direct Resident care consistent with the policies and procedures of the Facility.Administer medications and treatments in accordance with policy and procedure.Deliver care in compliance with Resident's Rights and federal/state regulations. Identify Resident/Family responses and notifies designate RN in timely manner. If appropriate, consult with other members of the health care team.Prepare Resident assignments for Certified Nursing Assistants, considering the category of needs of the Resident and competency of personnel.Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills necessary to ensure quality patient care. Interact with Residents, Families, and colleagues in a courteous and professional manner.Refer problems, which are beyond the scope of LPN authority, ability, and legal practice to the Registered Professional Nurse/Administration.Ensure all HIPAA requirements are adhered to. Follow all facility policies and proceduresRequirements:Must be a graduate of an approved school of Nursing.Licensed and currently registered in New Jersey as Licensed Practical Nurse.Previous experience with geriatric patients is desirable.Must have a sincere desire to work with the elderly, chronically ill, and disabled.Pharmacological background in theory and supervised clinical experience with medications.Thorough knowledge of principles and methods involved in handling of sterile/clean materials and daily hygienic care of residents. Preventing spread of disease by proper disposal of infected material and cleaning of equipment.First aid assistance in emergencies, must utilize good judgment in emergency situations.Must have a thorough knowledge of medical, social, and psychological needs of patients.Must possess a spirit of cooperation, caring and enthusiasm in order to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation, optimal health and growth.Compassionate and caring demeanorAbility to work well in teams

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