Licensed Practical Nurse In Long Term Care-Extended Care Part-Time Nights 24 Hours Per Week 24210

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center • Paramus, NJ

18h • $33 - $39 • Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team at New Bridge Medical Center! We are dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care to our diverse community. As a leading healthcare provider, we offer a supportive and inclusive work environment. If you’re passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative setting, New Bridge Medical Center is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing or equivalent education as described by the state education law.
• Current NJ license Licensed Practical Nurse license.
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.
• IV Certification required
• Med pass Encore dressing change
• Successful completion of Progressive Care Orientation Program required.
• Clinical nursing skills appropriate for an LPN.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position.

Responsibilities

• Collects data from patient, family or significant others and records on Initial Data Base form.
• Twenty-four hour nursing assessment and provides data to RN for MDS inclusion.
• Contributes to the formulation and updating of plan of care and implements plan of care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Gives direct nursing care to assigned patients (e.g., medications, treatments, dressing changes, resident care, TPR) according to established standards.
• Recognizes changes in patient condition and responds appropriately, notifying charge nurse as needed.
• Documents pertinent information regarding patient's responses and nursing interventions in patient's medical record.
• Administers medication according to hospital policies; understands and monitors age specific data including meds, lab/diagnostic results, etc.
• Applies principles of infection control and safety in the performance of patient care.
• Communicates effectively with charge nurse and other member of the health care team regarding patient's needs and/or changes in condition.
• Responds appropriately in crisis situation; able to prioritize.
• Reports significant unit problems to the charge nurse.
• Demonstrates understanding and complies with all regulatory agencies; ability to assume charge in the absence of an charge nurse.
• Patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served and complies with Bill of Rights.
• Participates in patient teaching and nursing research activities (CQI).
• Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service Performance expectations
• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Assesses gaps in policies and procedures, and create necessary policies and procedures to fulfill these gaps.
• Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.
• Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values Statements.
• Orients patient and family to new environment; develops rapport with patients family and/or significant others.
• Orients LPNs, Nurses Aides (Certified Nurse Aides) as required.
• Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospital policy.
• Participates on unit committees and in CQI activities as assigned.
• Participates in patient care conferences and in staff development activities as required.
• Assists other personnel as needed.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including a competitive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• We prioritize work-life balance with a generous time off policy that includes ample vacation days, personal time, sick leave and nine paid holidays.
• Additionally, we are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees, offering robust tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs to help support our employees ongoing development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed