Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Elderwood Staffing Solutions

Elderwood/Pediatric/PostAcute/Woodmark•Buffalo, NY

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Elderwood Staffing Solutions (ESS) is looking to hire experienced and flexible Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our elite clinical network in our per diem pool! ESS offers flexible scheduling through Per Diem employment opportunities, premium pay with shift differentials (up to $3.00/hr), the opportunity to showcase your skill set at multiple locations, on-site training and orientation, and opportunities for career growth with preferred status for promotions.

Requirements

Current NYS License/Certificate
Minimum of 2 years’ experience
4 shifts monthly, out of 4 shifts at least 2 worked on weekend shifts (Saturday or Sunday), & 2 major holidays per year.
Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a current state license required.
Two (2) years of working experience in current LPN license required.
Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel required.
Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.
Caring, respectful attitude towards residents required.
Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

Training and LPN work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Pass medications and give skilled treatments to assigned residents.
Direct and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.
Assist Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
Report to Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge Nurse unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
Follow the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in carrying out the appropriate aspects of the care plan.
Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets.
Maintain documentation regarding the care plans of residents in the Nursing Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required records.
Ensure that resident care standards are maintained in performance of duties, and that the rights of residents and preferences in care and treatment are respected.
Participate in Change-of-Shift Report and is responsible for bringing nursing personnel of next shift up-to-date about the care and needs of residents.
Provide assessment of needs and resident care planning information as necessary and requested by nurses and other health care disciplines.
Participate in quality assurance programs upon request.
Telephone physicians for orders or updates; conduct skin care assessments and diabetic nail care; update family members as needed; start pressure sore, treatment and routing sheets.
Perform all job duties according to safety rules and practices required for this job position, and as required to ensure the general safety of staff, residents and visitors of this facility.
Exhibit the highest level of customer service towards residents, staff and visitors.
Perform other work tasks as assigned by the Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge Nurse.
Required to float to at-least 2 of our facilities of your choice.