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LPN, Center City Skilled Nursing (PT, NIghts)
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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.
$65,024 / year median in Pennsylvania
+10% projected growth
Job Description
LPN, Center City Skilled Nursing (PT, NIghts) Show Map
Location
80 East Northampton Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18702, United States
Job Category
LPN
Employee Type
2-Part Time BE
Contact information
Name
Theresa Snyder
Phone
570-348-1455
tsnyde@allied-services.org
Description Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, CCSNC, Licensed Practical Nurse administers medically prescribed treatment, coordinates nursing care, and monitors the performance of acceptable standards of nursing care on his/her assigned nursing unit. The Licensed Practical Nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the residents served on his/her unit - adult through geriatric. The Licensed Practical Nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. The Licensed Practical Nurse participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care. The Licensed Practical Nurse provides care needed as described in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures.
Type of supervision exercised:
Team Leader.
Jobs reporting to this position:
Nurse Aides.
EDUCATION
Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Minimum of one (1) year of satisfactory experience in geriatric setting preferred.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Clearances required: PA State Police criminal history check and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable). Possession of a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners required OR eligible for such licensure. CPR Certification required or must be obtained and must be maintained. Must maintain the standards of nursing care and implement the policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and Allied Services. Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with staff, residents and visitors. Good management skills required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Heavy Work:
duties require exerting 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10-25 lbs. of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects. Position requires ability to transport self throughout facility.
ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS
Occasional exposure to blood and body substances. Exposure to needle sticks possible.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works in resident living areas. Additional Information
Shift
NIghts, 11pm-7:30am