The Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home currently seeks Licensed Practical Nurses for immediate full-time, part-time,day, evening & night shift opportunities. Selected candidates will provide hands-on healthcare to patients in The Jamaica Hospital Nursing Home. Additional duties will include:
- Developing a plan of care to meet residents' needs in collaboration with the head nurse/charge nurse
- Assuming the role of the nurse in charge as assigned by the Clinical Care Coordinator or Nursing Care Coordinator
- Assisting patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing, etc.
- Transcribing, updating, and implementing treatment and medication orders.
- Developing assessment plans, interventions, and evaluation of patient care and response in medical records
- Obtaining and recording pertinent data in the admission and nursing database
- Participating in unit-based Quality Assurance activities
- Performing the role of a patient advocate
Requirements - A degree/certification from an accredited School of Nursing
- Previous experience as LPN, preferably in geriatrics
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association
- Knowledge of Sigma Care is a plus
MUST HAVE TO EXCEL IN ROLE: Highly proficient in carrying out work assignments
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic
- Effectively problem-solves and makes adjustments when necessary while continuing to adhere to policy and procedure guidelines.