LPN Licensed Practical Nurse - Hamilton Post-Acute Care

Now hiring Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)! 

UNDER NEW MANAGEMENT

• Up to $37/hour based on experience
• Full-time 7-3a
• Part-time 3-11 & 11-7a
• PRN for all shifts
• Weekend shifts!
• Comfortable staffing ratios!
• Employee engagement activities and staff appreciation events
• Positive, supportive, welcoming team environment
• Flexible schedules
• Excellent and ongoing training, including a formal mentorship program

Hamilton Post-Acute Care is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our caring team. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) you will provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

• Assess and document resident progress in the medical record.
• Monitor turning and positioning of residents.
• Obtain changes in physician’s orders as indicated by resident’s progress or lack of progress
• Communicate pertinent information about resident condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors, and the Director of Nursing, as indicated.
• Maintain clean, orderly treatment cart and restock treatment supplies.
• Follow Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures.
• Document pressure sore status weekly or more often as the condition changes.
• Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies, and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.
• Participate in educational programs for residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is being discharged to home.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities, as assigned.

Job Requirements of Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

• Licensed Practical Nurse current state license.
• 1 year of nursing experience required
• Experience in Acute care LTC  or similar setting required
• Must have a current/active CPR certification.
• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Customer service-oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize, coordinate, and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with a high level of quality and productivity.

Hamilton Post-Acute Care is a 55-bed post-acute care center located on the campus of RWJ University Hospital-Hamilton. 

Join the team at Hamilton Post Acute Care for an exciting journey in your career path. Our staff feels valued, happy, and enthusiastic because Accela at Hamilton Post Acute Care is the place they want to be!

Accela at Hamilton Post Acute Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug-free workplace.

We want to hear from YOU! Apply today, walk-ins are always welcome!

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics

Physical Setting:

• Acute care

Experience:

• Licensed nursing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN license (Required)

Work Location: In person