Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Days, Part Time

Company: Elderwood at Liverpool
Location: Syracuse
Posted on: January 4, 2021

Job Description:

Join Our Team: Salary. Benefits. Balance. Overview: Elderwood--at Liverpool is searching for skilled & responsible Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Team Leaders--to aide our very busy 160-bed Skilled Nursing facility in Liverpool, NY.--We are in growth mode--and--just completed a beautiful renovation our facility including investing in new state of the art equipment and--iPads--for our nursing staff! The position is PART TIME, Day Shift (6:00 AM - 2:15 PM)--with an every other weekend & holiday rotation. As a part time employee you'll have a set schedule with consistent days off and holiday rotations to provide you with a great work/life balance. We have openings on our Short Term/Rehabilitation Unit (40 Beds) as well as our Long Term Care Units (60 beds). Perks of being an LPN Team Leader:* Clean, Neat & Newly Renovated Facility* Large Shift differentials for evening shifts* Top Notch Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance* Generous PTO & holiday package * 401K Retirement plan with company matching* Tuition Reimbursement Program* Consistent work and holiday rotations to provide you with a great work/life balance* Comprehensive--nurses training locally as well at our beautiful Training Center in Buffalo, NY.* Substantial Employee Referral program* Free On-Site Parking* Friendly, Supportive Staff* Quiet Suburban Neighborhood* Enjoy a fun and diverse work environment* Relaxing employee lounge with free iced/hot coffee* Monthly employee appreciation events* Employee of the month recognition* Enjoy being a part of a strong and diverse nursing team* Truly make a difference in our resident's lives while providing top notch care* Just 10 minutes from SyracuseThe Company:Elderwood--is a strong and growing company that is truly invested in its employees. We just recently increased our wages and offer an excellent benefits package, including health, dental and vision coverage, paid vacations and holidays, an Education and Tuition Assistance Program and much more. Elderwood has a large continuum--of care and is proud to say Elderwood at Liverpool has been providing top notch care at their location for 34 years!Apply Today!!Responsibilities: What our LPN Team Leaders Do:LPN team members assist in ensuring the general health and well-being of our residents by providing direct nursing care. Direct nursing care of residents encompasses planning, developing, organizing, implementing, and evaluating the care of residents to ensure that the highest degree of quality care and regulatory compliance is maintained at all times.* 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.Qualifications: What it takes to be a LPN Team Leader:* Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse with a current New York State license required.* 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.* Qualities of maturity, diplomacy, and ability to work well with others required.* Caring, respectful attitude toward--residents required.* Physical stamina for constant activity required.* Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.* Demonstrated willingness to uphold the vision and mission of the company by following the core values of Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Excellence and Reverence for the Individual is required.Company Details: Elderwood at Liverpool is a 160 bed skilled nursing facility (SNF) in a quiet suburban neighborhood just 10 minutes from Syracuse. We offer comprehensive, personalized orthopedic, cardiac, and post-surgical rehab programs, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Services and programs include: Oncology, Wound Care, Palliative Care and Seasons Memory Care Program. EOE Statement: WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

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