Provide ongoing evaluation of resident medical and mental wellbeing

• Ensure residents capable of self-administration of medications are permitted to retain and self-administer medications
• Ensure residents capable of self-administration can correctly read label, correctly interpret label, correctly ingest, inject or apply medication and correctly follow instructions as to the route, time, dosage and frequency
• Ensure residents needing supervision and assistance with medications are provided with proper dosage at the designated time and observe and record that the resident takes the medication
• Maintain the facility in compliance with all applicable statutes, codes, and rules and regulations
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State
• Two years of related LPN work experience and/or training
• One year of related work experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility/Assisted Living, an asset
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to function independently
• Computer literate

• Able to learn and follow pre-established Wellness Department procedures as a team member with the main focus on resident care and medication administration
• Maturity, emotional and mental stability
• Good verbal and written communication skills and personal initiative
• Flexibility in being able to accept assignments regardless of location, conditions or hours
• Ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment
• The ability to deal effectively and professionally with clients, residents, family members, hospital staff and/or visitors'

'Work Remotely * No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $24.60 - $27.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Overnight shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees wear masks and infection control processes followed. Appropriate PPE is provided by employer.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Middletown, NY 10941: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LVN (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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