Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Primecare

Belmont, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

30.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare Emergencies, Physical Health Assessments, Initial Screenings, Medication Distribution, Nurse Sick Call, Chronic Care Clinics, Electronic Medical Records, Controlled Substances, Narcotics, Sharps Management, Patient Assessment, Communication, Clinical Competency, Record Keeping

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Personalcare Registered Professional Nursing P.C. is looking for dedicated and hard-working Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to work full-time on the evening shift in the medical department at the Allegany County Jail located in Belmont, NY. Nurses are involved in healthcare emergencies, physical health assessments, initial screenings, medication distribution, nurse sick call, and chronic care clinics. Nurses will also provide assistance to physicians, psychiatrists and dentists. Available Shifts: FT Eve (2:30 PM - 11:00 PM) Job Responsibilities: The Licensed Practical Nurse will primarily be responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care while ensuring the proper flow of relevant information is disseminated to appropriate personnel. In addition, the Licensed Practical Nurse will also maintain, update and work with electronic medical records and ensure that they are secure. Other responsibilities will include: - Maintaining accurate records of all controlled substances, narcotics and sharps in accordance with applicable state and federal laws. - Conducting sick call for patients and provide treatment illnesses and injuries, defined by written protocol and approved by Personalcare Registered Professional Nursing P.C. Medical Director. - Observing, reporting, and documenting symptoms, reactions and progress of inmates/patients and participate in the formulation of the plan of care. - Record, retrieve and file medical information in the inmate/patient medical record. This position provides a 2-week orientation period where you will be training on-the-job and shadowing with the nursing staff. Full Job Description: http://www.primecaremedical.com/wp-content/uploads/JD.NY-Licensed-Practical-Nurse.pdf Salary Description: $30.00 / Hour base rate plus shift differentials up to $5.50 / Hour Benefits: Personalcare Registered Professional Nursing P.C. believes in offering a competitive compensation and benefits package to their employees. Standard benefits for full-time employees include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability options, Generous PTO, 401k with match, and a Tuition Assistance Program. Requirements Qualified applicants will have the following requirements: Active LPN license in the state the facility is located Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to multi-task Strong patient assessment skills Ability to communicate effectively Demonstrate clinical competency

Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care, ensuring proper dissemination of information to appropriate personnel, and maintaining secure electronic medical records. Other duties include managing controlled substances, conducting sick calls, observing and documenting patient progress, and assisting medical professionals.