Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN - Saint James

Fine Care Center•Saint James, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Saint James. This is a full-time position where you will be responsible for providing direct patient care, accurately recording medical history, monitoring patient conditions, and administering medications and treatments. You will also play a crucial role in supporting patients emotionally and psychologically, and communicating with their families.

Requirements

Current LPN license and registration
CPR certification
Malpractice insurance
Resume
Physical
MMR & Varicella titers
PPD or proof of chest X ray if positive
1 Personal reference letter, 1 Professional reference letter
Original Social Security Card
Original Non expired State Identification
Original Proof of Citizenship / Immigration (Example of documents: Birth Cert, Green Card, Resident Card)

Nice To Haves

Sigma Care experience (computer system, patient information) a plus
Long-term care experience a big plus, but new grads welcome as well!
Bilingual Russian, Mandarin, Cantonese, Spanish or additional languages a plus

Responsibilities

Record a patient’s medical history accurately
Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.
Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions

Benefits

Paid orientation and buddy days.
Weekly pay.
Competitive compensation.
Voluntary Medical Insurances – choose the option right for you!
Aflac Insurance options to choose from: Disability, Dental, Accident, Life, Cancer, Hospital.
Commuter Benefits – earn pre-tax dollars!
Direct deposit available.
Referral Bonuses – refer a friend and win up to $100!
Quarterly Sweepstakes raffles.
Employee of the Month program.
Easy access to 24/7 support.
Wide variety of shifts and locations.
Offices conveniently located in Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn and Bronx.
Flexible Schedules – full time or part time available.
Weekend Schedule available.