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Heath Village
Licensed Practical Nurse
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$69,336 / year median in New Jersey
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Heath Village is a constantly growing and unique retirement community providing multiple levels of housing and healthcare for close to 400 residents and is located on a 100+ acre campus. Heath Village seeks employees with diverse backgrounds, motivation and experience or interest in working with the elderly. Many of our positions have on the job training and we promote from within. Apply today to learn more about our vibrant community!
Heath Village is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for our Assisted Living unit. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) responsibilities:
Generally responsible in daily logistics such as carrying out orders for medication orders, laboratory and other medical orders, communicating with MD/Family as well as coordinating with other health care services.
Supervises and oversees the medication aides and caregivers to ensure quality services are rendered to residents with utmost care and compassion. Makes daily rounds on the unit in order to observe and evaluate physical and emotional status of nursing residentsProvides comprehensive oversight to unit staff to assure nursing care is proved according to physician's order's.
Analyzes and evaluates nursing staff needs as well as determines staffing requirementsAssesses the needs of each resident, and implements the Resident Interim Care PlanProvides daily input to the Unit Manager for development of the resident care planPerforms generalized Charge Nurse dutiesLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) skills and requirements:
Valid LPN licenseExcellent bedside manner and communication skillsWorking knowledge of health care laws and regulationsFull Time and Per Diem available 3pm - 11pm $32 - $34 per hour for Full Time$35 for Per Diem
Heath Village is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for our Assisted Living unit. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) responsibilities:
Generally responsible in daily logistics such as carrying out orders for medication orders, laboratory and other medical orders, communicating with MD/Family as well as coordinating with other health care services.
Supervises and oversees the medication aides and caregivers to ensure quality services are rendered to residents with utmost care and compassion. Makes daily rounds on the unit in order to observe and evaluate physical and emotional status of nursing residentsProvides comprehensive oversight to unit staff to assure nursing care is proved according to physician's order's.
Analyzes and evaluates nursing staff needs as well as determines staffing requirementsAssesses the needs of each resident, and implements the Resident Interim Care PlanProvides daily input to the Unit Manager for development of the resident care planPerforms generalized Charge Nurse dutiesLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) skills and requirements:
Valid LPN licenseExcellent bedside manner and communication skillsWorking knowledge of health care laws and regulationsFull Time and Per Diem available 3pm - 11pm $32 - $34 per hour for Full Time$35 for Per Diem