Licensed Practical Nurse

Contract Duration:

3+ Months Shift timings: Morning 6:45 am to 3:15 pm // Evenings 2:45 pm to 11:15 pm // Overnights 10:45 pm to 7:15 am

Job Description:

Distinguishing features of the class: The work involves responsibility for performing nursing services in the care and treatment of residents. Direct supervision is received from a Charge Nurse. Supervision may be exercised over Nursing Assistants and unit helpers. Does related work as required.

Typical work activities:

Assists new residents in adjusting to unit, philosophy and goals. Report to Charge Nurse any accident or change of condition of resident and documents on progress notes in chart. Discusses clinical issues regarding resident care with Charge Nurse. Works as a member of the interdisciplinary team to Assist with preparation, implementation and continuing evaluation of the care plan. Observes, records and reports progress or any change in resident's condition. Updates the care plan as needed. Carries out therapeutic treatments. Administers and dispenses medications (with exception of I.V.) to residents, observing for side effects and effectiveness. Secures/accounts for control drugs. Maintains nursing care and administrative records and reports. Attends staff meetings and in-service programs. Full performance knowledge, skills, abilities and person characteristics: Working knowledge of current nursing practice. Skill in the application of current practical nursing procedures and techniques of resident care. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships. Dependability, resourcefulness, good observation skills and professionalism. Ability to operate medical equipment (e.g., suction machine, oxygen units, vaporizer). Ability to maintain detailed records and prepare reports. Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position Minimum qualifications: Completion of a course of study approved by the New York State Education Department as qualifying for Licensed Practical Nurse and licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State; or Completion of a course of study approved by the New York State Education Department as qualifying for Licensed Practical Nurse and a limited permit • to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State. Possession of license within six months of appointment. AL_TSC About our

Company:

- 22nd Century Technologies Inc., (TSCTI) is one the fastest growing healthcare staffing companies in the United States. With presence in all 50 States and 6000+ employees nationwide, we have been providing unparallel healthcare and technology staffing services to Public and Private sectors for over 26 years. Started as a technology staffing company in 1997, we have significantly expanded our healthcare practice to both Clinical and Non-Clinical staffing, serving various facilities, healthcare organizations and government agencies. Our ISO certified staffing practices and technology driven staffing procedures - from recruitment to onboarding, along with an internal pre-vetted resume database of healthcare professionals, enable us to serve our customers with their immediate staffing needs. TSCTI has extensive experience providing Physicians, Nurses, Pharmacists and other Allied Health professionals to various states - California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Vermont, Virginia to name a few, and Our valued relationships with employees as well as commitment to meet and exceed clients' expectations through our exemplary employees proves our competency in today's healthcare staffing industry. Recognized among "Best Company to Work For" by Forbes, 22nd Century Technologies, Inc., consistently exceeds our clients' expectations by focusing on their absolute satisfaction with jobs while keeping our employees motivated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Pay:

$40.00 per hour

Experience:

Long term care: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

LPN license for NY (Required) BLS/CPR Certification (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Vestal, NY 13850 (Required)

Work Location:

In person