The Licensed Practical Nurse administers nursing care to designated residents under the direction of a registered nurse. Coordinates and supports the activities of the certified nurse assistants and actively participates in the direct care of the resident, by following the specific approaches as stated in the plan of care.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
High School diploma or GED Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing Currently registered in New York State as a Licensed Practical Nurse
EXPERIENCE
Long term care experience preferred Post-Hire Experience- One (1) year experience in the job in order to "perform in an acceptable manner"
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY WORKING CONDITIONS
Strenuous positions: pushing, lifting residents, on feet most of the day
ENVIRONMENT
May be exposed to disagreeable conditions: odors, communicable diseases, infections, injuries from residents or equipment