Location: North Tonawanda,NY, USA
Facility: Home Care Niagara County
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days with Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours:
8:00am-4:00pm with weekend and holiday rotation.
Summary:
Licensed Practical Nurse works under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse. Performs selected nursing care for the sub-acute, convalescent and chronic patient.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
* Graduate from an accredited school of nursing required
* Current NYS licensure as an LPN required
EXPERIENCE
* Minimum of one (1) year combined direct patient care experience as an LPN required
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
* Knowledge of rules and regulations governing Certified Home Health Agencies
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Basic Microsoft Office skill set
* Must possess a valid driver's license
WORKING CONDITIONS
* May be exposed to unsanitary conditions in some home settings
* May be exposed to high crime areas within the community or within the county by the agency.
* Endure exposure to weather and temperature extremes.