Comfort Care

AtlantiCare•Atlantic City, NJ

10h

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs direct and indirect patient care functions under the direction of the RN. This position supports organizational goals by providing quality customer service and excellent nursing care, participating in quality improvement initiatives and demonstrating a commitment to teamwork and cooperation. Under delegation of the RN, the LPN will assist in the delivery of quality care according to the individual needs of the patient, administer medications and treatments, and observe and record patient conditions and response to medications and treatments. The LPN will contribute to the overall quality metrics of their assigned unit.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse school of nursing.
Current BLS certification required
The LPN will be expected to enroll in an RN program within 2 years of hire and attain RN licensure within 5 years of hire required.
Interpersonal skills to effectively communicate and collaborate with other team members; ability to be flexible, prioritize care, time management, critically think and use proper judgment in difficult situations required.
Proficiency in Clinical Applications preferred at time of hire; incumbents will be trained appropriately and competency will be required for this position within 30-60 days from date of hire

Responsibilities

Performs direct and indirect patient care functions under the direction of the RN.
Assist in the delivery of quality care according to the individual needs of the patient
Administer medications and treatments
Observe and record patient conditions and response to medications and treatments
Contribute to the overall quality metrics of their assigned unit.