LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Excel Staffing Solutions•Batavia, NY

46d•Onsite

About The Position

Excel Staffing Solutions is seeking reliable, dependable LPNs for multiple open positions. This role requires availability for all shifts and a commitment to working a minimum of 3-4 shifts per week. A strong work ethic and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this fast-paced environment.

Requirements

Current State Nursing License
Current CPR Certification
Ability to think and work independently and with direction
Ability to communicate with staff members in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Minimum of 3-4 shifts per week availability

Nice To Haves

Compassion and Empathy
Tolerance for many tasks
Great sense of Humor
Adaptability
Patience

Responsibilities

Assists in planning and evaluating direct nursing care of residents.
Serves as a Charge Nurse supervising the work of certified nursing assistants.
Performs nursing activities which contribute to maintenance of the residents personal hygiene; meeting the nutritional needs of the residents; maintenance or restoration of normal elimination processes; maintenance or restoration of corrective body alignment and body tissue.
Transcribes physicians orders and assist with medical rounds.
Observes and reports changes in resident conditions accurately and reports changes as required to the RN Supervisor and attending physician.
Assists in the development and implementation of resident care plans and in coordinating the multidisciplinary plan of care with all other services.
Supports the efforts of other therapies by effectively carrying out restorative nursing measures established in conjunction with the respective therapies.
Performs treatments and other nursing measures as indicated by the physicians orders and the resident plan of care.
Accurately documents observations and reports them to appropriate sources as indicated.
Effectively applies comfort and safety measures to meet residents needs.
Administers medications to residents according to established policy and procedure, including controlled substances.