RiverSpring Living
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Per Diem - Evening Shift
RiverSpring Living, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job Description:
OverviewRiverSpring Living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic team of professionals at our Nursing Department at the Hebrew Home at Riverdale!The Hebrew Home at Riverdale by RiverSpring Living, a world-renowned long-term care organization located in Riverdale – North Bronx, serves over 18,000 people every day, both in the greater New York community and on our beautiful 32-acre overlooking the Hudson River. RiverSpring Living provides a full range of care solutions including nursing home care, managed long term care, assisted living programs, senior housing, rehabilitation services and specialized services such as elder abuse prevention and memory care.The License Practical Nurse will observe, record and report resident data according to policy and procedure. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment. Ensure that the appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges is entered in the resident’s medical record in accordance with established procedures.We currently have Per Diem 7 hour positions available for our variable shifts, including weekends and weekdays.Evening Shift 3:00pm – 11:00pmResponsibilitiesSupervisory This position has supervisory responsibilities which include planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work assignments. The LPN supervises the GCT and CNA who report directly to the LPN. Operations
Observes, records and reports resident data according to policy and procedure.
Administers resident care as assigned by the registered nurse within the Nursing Department guidelines.
Participates in giving of direct resident care.
Assumes the responsibilities under the direction of a Registered Nurse associated with the role a charge nurse or associated primary nurse, as the neighborhood position requires.
Directs and supervises non-professional staff as assigned.
Follows all personnel policies and procedures (i.e. attendance, dress code) of the facility.
Insures that appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges is entered in the resident’s medical record in accordance with established procedures.
Performs routine charting duties as required and in accordance with our established charting and documentation policies and procedures.
Orders prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as necessary, and in accordance with facility established policies
Notifies the Nurse Manager/charge nurse of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted.
Develops work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks.
Insures that department personnel, residents and visitors follow the department’s established policies and procedures at all times.
Documents resident care provided following the nursing process and as per the facility and Nursing Department’s documentation policy and procedures. Clinical
Participates in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of resident care plans to meet the particular needs of the geriatric resident under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Administers medications and performs nursing procedures and treatments according to policy and procedure.
Reviews medication administration records for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician’s order and adherence to stop order policies
Receives telephone orders from physicians and enters same on the EMR.
Signs off physician’s orders on the EMR and transcribes orders to resident’s care plans as required and as per policy and procedure.
Prepares and administers medications as ordered by the physician.
Insures that prescribed medication is administered following the 5 rights in medication administration.
Ensures that narcotic records are accurate
Reviews medication orders for completion to assure that medications are being administered as ordered and treatments are provided as scheduled Employee Engagement Fosters a positive working environment, promoting teamwork and staff development
Addresses employee concerns and ensures that staff adhere to organizational policies. Residents and Relations & Support Cooperates with other resident’s services departments when coordinating nursing services to ensure that the resident’s total regimen of care is maintained.
Monitors nursing care to assure that all residents are treated fairly and with kindness, dignity and respect.
Ensures a safe and healthy living environment for all residents.
Greets newly admitted residents upon admission and/or escorts residents to the room as necessary
Undertakes resident/family teaching for self-care and continuity of care. QualificationsQualifications/Skills: Graduate from an accredited LPN Program.
Valid New York State License as a Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN).
Experience in a hospital/long term care setting.
Strong customer service, organizational, communication and writing skills essential.
Must be competent with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record (EMR). Compensation: $38.00 Hourly EOE
OverviewRiverSpring Living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic team of professionals at our Nursing Department at the Hebrew Home at Riverdale!The Hebrew Home at Riverdale by RiverSpring Living, a world-renowned long-term care organization located in Riverdale – North Bronx, serves over 18,000 people every day, both in the greater New York community and on our beautiful 32-acre overlooking the Hudson River. RiverSpring Living provides a full range of care solutions including nursing home care, managed long term care, assisted living programs, senior housing, rehabilitation services and specialized services such as elder abuse prevention and memory care.The License Practical Nurse will observe, record and report resident data according to policy and procedure. Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment. Ensure that the appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges is entered in the resident’s medical record in accordance with established procedures.We currently have Per Diem 7 hour positions available for our variable shifts, including weekends and weekdays.Evening Shift 3:00pm – 11:00pmResponsibilitiesSupervisory This position has supervisory responsibilities which include planning, assigning, scheduling and reviewing work assignments. The LPN supervises the GCT and CNA who report directly to the LPN. Operations
Observes, records and reports resident data according to policy and procedure.
Administers resident care as assigned by the registered nurse within the Nursing Department guidelines.
Participates in giving of direct resident care.
Assumes the responsibilities under the direction of a Registered Nurse associated with the role a charge nurse or associated primary nurse, as the neighborhood position requires.
Directs and supervises non-professional staff as assigned.
Follows all personnel policies and procedures (i.e. attendance, dress code) of the facility.
Insures that appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges is entered in the resident’s medical record in accordance with established procedures.
Performs routine charting duties as required and in accordance with our established charting and documentation policies and procedures.
Orders prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as necessary, and in accordance with facility established policies
Notifies the Nurse Manager/charge nurse of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted.
Develops work assignments and/or assist in completing and performing such tasks.
Insures that department personnel, residents and visitors follow the department’s established policies and procedures at all times.
Documents resident care provided following the nursing process and as per the facility and Nursing Department’s documentation policy and procedures. Clinical
Participates in the formulation, implementation and evaluation of resident care plans to meet the particular needs of the geriatric resident under the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
Administers medications and performs nursing procedures and treatments according to policy and procedure.
Reviews medication administration records for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician’s order and adherence to stop order policies
Receives telephone orders from physicians and enters same on the EMR.
Signs off physician’s orders on the EMR and transcribes orders to resident’s care plans as required and as per policy and procedure.
Prepares and administers medications as ordered by the physician.
Insures that prescribed medication is administered following the 5 rights in medication administration.
Ensures that narcotic records are accurate
Reviews medication orders for completion to assure that medications are being administered as ordered and treatments are provided as scheduled Employee Engagement Fosters a positive working environment, promoting teamwork and staff development
Addresses employee concerns and ensures that staff adhere to organizational policies. Residents and Relations & Support Cooperates with other resident’s services departments when coordinating nursing services to ensure that the resident’s total regimen of care is maintained.
Monitors nursing care to assure that all residents are treated fairly and with kindness, dignity and respect.
Ensures a safe and healthy living environment for all residents.
Greets newly admitted residents upon admission and/or escorts residents to the room as necessary
Undertakes resident/family teaching for self-care and continuity of care. QualificationsQualifications/Skills: Graduate from an accredited LPN Program.
Valid New York State License as a Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN).
Experience in a hospital/long term care setting.
Strong customer service, organizational, communication and writing skills essential.
Must be competent with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record (EMR). Compensation: $38.00 Hourly EOE