LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)Merry Heart Senior Care Services • Succasunna, New Jersey, United States
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)
Merry Heart Senior Care Services
- Succasunna, New Jersey, United States
- Succasunna, New Jersey, United States
About
*Responsibilities*
* Record a patient’s medical history accurately
* Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
* Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
* Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
* Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.
* Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
* Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
* Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
* Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions
*Skills*
* Proven experience as LPN or similar role. Prefer at least 3 years long term care experience but willing to train new graduates.
* Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
* Familiarity with Long Term Care/ Nursing Home health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
* Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
* Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
* Good knowledge of Point Click Care (our electronic medical record), MS Office and data entry.
* Perfect physical condition and stamina
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Compassionate and able to handle stress
* Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
Job Types: Per diem, Part-time, Full-time
Pay: $27.00 - $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Continuing education credits
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid sick time
* Paid time off
* Paid training
* Referral program
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Cardiology
* Geriatrics
* Holistic Medicine
* Hospice & Palliative Medicine
* Infectious Disease
* Medical-Surgical
* Psychiatry
* Wound Care
Physical Setting:
* Long term care
* Nursing home
* Rehabilitation center
Application Question(s):
* We work with a fragile community in both the nursing home and assisted living. There are mandatory vaccine requirements for both the COVID-19 vaccines with two boosters as well as an annual flu vaccine.
Language:
* English (Required)
License/Certification:
* LPN license (Required)
Work Location: In person
Languages
- English
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