Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
$5000 SIGN ON BONUS for 7am-3pm
$5000 SIGN ON BONUS for all weekend shifts
$3500 SIGN ON BONUS FOR OTHER SHIFTS
Highland Care Center, a 320 bed Skilled Nursing Facility is currently seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our staff. We are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great, supportive working environment for our dedicated staff!
Shifts available: Full-time evenings, nights and weekends.
Base pay is $30.13-$41 per hour and evening and night shifts are eligible for a 10% shift differential.
Union benefits (available according to Pay Rate)
- Medical Coverage including prescription coverage
- Dental and Vision Coverage
- Paid Family Leave
- Basic Short Term and Long Term Disability
- Pension
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Employee of the Month
- Safety Bingo Incentive
Summary of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
- Assess and document resident progress in the medical record.
- Obtain changes in physician’s orders as indicated by resident’s progress or lack of progress
- Communicate pertinent information about resident condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors and Director of Nursing, as indicated.
- Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures.
- Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.
- Participate in educational programs for residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is being discharged to home.
- Participate in Quality Improvement activities, as assigned.
Job Requirements of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
- Licensed Practical Nurse current state license in New York.
- At least one (1) year of Skilled Nursing experience preferred
- Must have a current/active CPR certification.
- Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
- Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
- Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $30.13 - $41.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
License/Certification:
- NY LPN license (Required)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Jamaica, NY 11432 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Jamaica, NY 11432: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person