White Oaks Nursing and Rehab - QualificationsGraduate of an accredited professional nursing program with a current license to practice in New York StateDemonstrates interest in the special needs of geriatric patients and possesses an ability to integrate principles of geriatric nursing into nursing practiceAbility to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writingSuccessful candidates will have a sincere passion for working with the elderly populationKnowledge of nursing theory and practiceMust have compassion, tolerance and understanding for the elderlyResponsibilitiesPOSITION: Licensed Practical Nurse - Full-time Nights 11-7amEducation in all areas of LTC/Subacute to ensure competency on all units in the facilityParticipates in the nursing care of patients within the scope of the legal definition of the practice of practical nursingThe LPN works under the supervision and/or direction of a registered professional nurseParticipates in the formulation and implementation of patient care plans to meet the specialized needs of geriatric patients under the supervision of an RNAdministers patient care as assigned by an RN within departmental guidelinesAs the unit situation requires, an LPN may be assigned to assume team leader, primary nurse or charge responsibilities under the direction of an RNDirects and supervises non-professional staff as assignedObserves, records and reports patient data as dictated by departmental policyParticipates in unit nursing and inter-disciplinary team activitiesAdministers medications and performs nursing procedures as dictated by departmental policyAttends nursing and other institutional in-service programs and participates in departmental committees as assignedPerforms related and miscellaneous duties as directedIn an emergency situation, may be expected to perform unrelated dutiesBenefitsFull-time and Part-time Positions AvailableWe offer an excellent salary, dynamic work environment and a comprehensive benefits package1199 Union Benefits