Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn)

Seeking compassionate LPN's that know how to work in a nursing facility.

• $46 hourly rate full time
• Weekly Pay
• 7-3, 3-11, 11-7am Full time and every other weekend
• Rapid Onboarding
• 1.5 overtime pay for holidays and over 40 hours
• Where: Skilled Nursing Facility in Staten Island, NY 10301

Staff Genius is a female owned operated national agency that is PRO-NURSE. Welcome to the agency that actually cares and goes to bat for our nurses. Come and be a Genius with one of the rising star agencies in the industry!. Take the opportunity to work with Staff Genius, one of the most fun, exciting, up and coming agencies in the US. Our onboarding process is quick and easy! We offer block schedules to guarantee consistency with your schedule and pay. With that consistency comes the opportunity to build connections with your residents and the facility. Our all female team prioritizes supporting all of our team members with exceptional communication and care. Take the opportunity to work with one of the most fun, exciting, up and coming agencies in the US- STAFF GENIUS. We believe our role in patient care start by taking great care of our Team Members!

Right now, Staff Genius is offering shifts to LPNS at $46 hourly to work Staten Island, NY at a skilled nursing facility. We hire fast and our onboarding is a breeze! We hope you join our team of Geniuses and grow with us!

We are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care for people in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.

Responsibilities

• Record a patient's medical history accurately
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
• Monitor patients' condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
• Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.
• Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
• Communicate with patients' family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions

Skills

• Proven experience as LPN or similar role
• Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
• Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
• Perfect physical condition and stamina
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and able to handle stress
• Successful completion of LPN license program is a must

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