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| Requisition ID | 2022-21712 |
| # of Openings | 9 |
| Area of Interest | Nursing |
| Company | Elderwood |
| Location | Elderwood at Amherst |
| Position Type | Regular Part-Time |
| Shift | Days: 6a-2p / Evenings: 2p-10p / Overnights: 10p-6a |
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Elderwood at Amherst is seeking a skilled and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our clinical team.
Elderwood Offerings:
- Increased Tuition Assistance Program for Clinical Tracks - ask HR about our School Partners that provide the most reimbursement & assistance
- Full Benefits Package, including 401K PLUS EMPLOYER MATCHING
- Weekly Pay Schedule
- Multiple Free Uniforms with Embroidery
- Days, Evenings & Overnight Options for Full Time, Part Time & Per Diem Statuses.
LPN Position Overview:
- The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is assigned to a team of Nursing Assistants and is responsible for skilled treatments, passing of medications and monitoring the personal care services provided by Nursing Assistants; LPNs are also responsible for reporting care and unusual symptoms of residents to supervisor and staff of next shift.
- Shift Details:
- Days: 6a-2p
- Evenings: 2p-10p
- Overnights: 10p-6a
Apply today to Elderwood at Amherst. We are centrally located at 4459 Bailey Road, Amherst, NY 14226.
Administer medications and treatments to assigned residents as ordered by physician and utilizing the five rights as applicable.
Direct and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.
Assist Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
Report to Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge Nurse Supervisor unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
Follow the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in implementation of the care plan.
Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets.
Document as applicable in the care plans, Nursing Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required records.
Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a current state license required.
LPN Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.
Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel required.
Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
Caring, respectful attitude towards residents required.
Physical stamina for constant activity required.
- Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.
Elderwood expects all current and new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19. If hired, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination. Employees may request a medical or religious exemption from vaccination.