Licensed Practical Nurse - SNF
- Full-Time
- New York, NY
- NYC Health + Hospitals
- Posted 3 years ago – Accepting applications
NYC Health + Hospitals/McKinney provides high quality short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care in a comfortable person-centered setting. The McKinney Team commit themselves to the delivery of compassionate, comprehensive services in manner that promotes the dignity and respect of our residents. Each resident has a qualified and caring team of physicians, nurses, dieticians, and therapists dedicated to his/her physical, mental, and emotional well-being. It is our goal to provide all residents with the best possible experience during their stay with us.
Job DescriptionLICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)
1. Gives nursing care to patients as assigned.
2. Administers and records medications and treatments as assigned.
3. Prepares for and assists Physicians and others with diagnostic procedures and treatments.
4. Reinforces, supports and provides health care instructions to patients and their families.
5. Participates with other team members in planning, implementing and evaluating nursing care and other patient activities.
6. Assists in the admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
7. Observes and reports patients’ vital signs, symptoms and general condition to the appropriate individuals(s).
8. Records on patient charts observation of patients’ responses to nursing care rendered.
9. Maintains environmental conditions conducive to the comfort and safety of patients.
10. Assists with unit management and/or assumes charge of unit as assigned.
11. Performs other nursing functions related to patient care and nursing service, as
delegated by the Nursing Service Administration.
12. Guides and directs other Licensed Practical Nurses, Technicians and Nurse’s Aides in rendering patient care.
13. Maintains clinical competence through participation and attendance at continuing education programs.
Qualification Requirements:
Currently licensed or otherwise duly authorized to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of
Minimum QualificationsCurrently licensed or otherwise duly authorized to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of New York.
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