LPN / RN

Title:LPN / RN

ID:5715-1

Department:Nursing

Location:Westhampton Beach

Description

Full Time Position$33.00 - LPN$50.00 hr - RN

Benefits Available for Full Time Employees:

• Generous Paid Time Off Policy

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account

• Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Other Voluntary Benefits

• Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses

• Employee Assistance Program

• Retirement Program (401k)

• 8 Paid Holidays

MAIN FUNCTION:

• Provide high-quality nursing care under RN supervision.

• Ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

• Participate in nursing assessments and assist with patient care.

• Manage medication administration and maintain accurate documentation.

• Adhere to infection control measures and universal precautions.

• Support nursing team efficiency.

• Use assigned information systems as needed.

• Classified as Essential for emergency closure purposes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect.

• Affirming care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning clients.

• Engage in nursing assessments and obtain shift reports.

• Document nursing care in clients' EMRs.

• Manage physician orders; enter medications in MAR, treatments/consultations in day book, MAR, and EMR.

• Review physician orders with the RN in charge.

• Maintain infection control records and adhere to precautions.

• Prepare patients and assist with physical exams.

• Support a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

• Assist with record-keeping and annual employee health clearances.

• Keep Director of Nursing and Clinical Department informed of significant client matters.

• Attend job-related meetings and in-service education.

• Inform charge nurse of office supply needs and Nursing Supervisor of medical supply needs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS:

• Perform nursing assessments under RN supervision.

• Administer medications as ordered, with knowledge of basic pharmacology, nebulizers, PPD placement, and IM injections.

• Proficient in basic nursing skills: EKGs, diabetic accuchecks, and intoximeter use.

• Assess and medicate clients for detoxification.

• Competent in age-specific care for adolescent and geriatric clients.

• Proficient in EMR systems, Microsoft Outlook, and other information systems.

• Develop and implement nursing care plans and treatment reviews.

• Assess clients' psychiatric history and current status.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current New York State LPN or RN licensure.

• Current CPR certification.

• Oxygen Therapy certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands, handle or feel, and reach.

• Assist with patient ambulation and transfer as needed.

• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

• Visual acuity required for accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness in work assignments and observations.