Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Full-Time 3-11pm
Company: CareRite
Location: Saint James
Posted on: February 15, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Licensed Practical Nurse We are
looking for a talented and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurse
(LPN) to join our ever-growing team. Licensed Practical Nurse Job
Duties: - Provides direct nursing care and assist the designated
Registered Nurse, planning, implementation and evaluation of care
of residents within the framework of the nursing process. Work
within the philosophy, purposes, policies and standards of both the
Facility and Nursing Department. The incumbent performs nursing
procedures for which preparation as License Practical Nurse has
provided the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. - Observes
records and reports resident condition in order to facilitate
resident assessments, care planning, therapeutic intervention and
evaluation of care. - Provides direct care to residents
particularly in administration of medications, treatments and
diagnostic procedures. - Assists in maintaining an environment that
is conductive to the health, comfort and safety of residents and
staff. - Adheres to regulatory and facility policies and
procedures, particularly with respect to the proper handling of
drugs and controlled substances, infection control, quality of care
quality of life, resident rights and protocols for residents
behavior. - Provide basic health information to residents and
staff. - Acts as Charge Nurse when assigned and carries associated
duties as making out shift staff assignments, completing 24 hour
Nursing Report, documenting resident condition and care when on
reporting resident and staff issues of concern to the supervising
nurse (UCC). - Documents observations of resident conditions and
care (e.g. pressure ulcer status, responses to medications,
incidents/accidents MDS, Monthly ADLs, resident behavior, etc) as
assigned. - Assist in maintaining needed supplies and equipment on
the unit. - Assist the physician in assessment and treatment
activities and cooperates with other disciplines and departments in
the interest of residents care and staff relations. - Manages
concerns of residents and their relative/friends in a prompt,
courteous and responsible manner. - Assist in the orientation of
other nursing staff to the work environment and unit activities. -
Assist in the evaluation of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNAs). -
Engages in self-growth and development, attend in-service classes
as scheduled and keeps abreast of nursing and resident care trends.
- Report all pertinent resident and staff performance information
to RN in charge or supervising nurse (UCC). Licensed Practical
Nurse Qualification/Requirements: - Current license and
registration as Practical Nurse in New York State. - Demonstrate
knowledge of pharmacology and medication administration in the
elderly; knowledge of aging process. - Ability to communicate
resident condition needs and care vocally and in writing. -
Experience in long term care/residential health care facilities
preferred. Salary: Up to $43.00 an hour An Equal Opportunity
Employer
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