LPN

STARTING RATE: $26/hr. ($26 - $33.03 per hour, dependent upon experience)

SIGN-ON BONUS: up to $3,000

SHIFT: Full-Time and Part-Time, All Shifts

BENEFITS:

Weekly Paychecks Weekend Warrior Positions - Work 24hrs and Get Paid for 37.5hrs $26/hr. ($26 - $28.72 per hour, dependent upon experience) No-Frills Options with Higher ($28.60 - $33.03 hr, dependent upon experience) Shift Differentials Referral Bonuses Flexible Schedules - Full & Part-Time Openings Peer Mentorship Generous Paid Time Off

JOB DESCRIPTION:

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct care for long-term and sub-acute residents and supervises the duties performed by the Certified Nurse Assistant to ensure the highest degree of quality care.  An LPN works as a team member under the direction of the RN, Nurse Manager, Nursing Supervisor, and Director of Nursing in a nursing unit.  

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Ensures the care and safety of all residents in the nursing unit

Ensures that individual care plans are followed

Administers and documents medications, treatments, and other nursing services

Makes a count of controlled substances on the assigned nursing unit

Documents current condition of assigned resident in EMR

Receives and gives an accurate report of the resident condition at shift change

Communicates to the nursing team and medical provider as indicated and required

Assists in the orientation of new staff

Maintains competency in all tasks required by CMS

REQUIREMENTS:

Current and valid license as an LPN in the state of New York required Degree from an accredited school or nursing/nursing program is required Current CPR certification required Education or experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing is preferred Demonstrate effective communication skills, problem-solving, and conflict resolution Must be flexible, punctual, professional, and reliable Strong customer service skills and compassion Basic computer knowledge, PCC e-MAR experience preferred Physical endurance for frequent activity; ability to lift a minimum of 20 pounds

ABOUT US:

Absolut Care is comprised of five skilled nursing facilities and one assisted living facility in New York State, including: Absolut Care of Allegany in Allegany, Absolut Care of Aurora Park in East Aurora, Absolut Care of Gasport in Gasport, Absolut Care of Orchard Brooke in Orchard Park, Absolut Care of Three Rivers in Painted Post and Absolut Care of Westfield in Westfield.