Local Contract LPN / LVN - Long Term Care
Jamaica, NY
Equiliem
5x8 hrs, Nights

Nights - FT - 5 x 8

Duties/Responsibilities

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Licensed Practical Nurse will be involved in the treatment of residents.

• Provide care and service to a minimum of 20 and a maximum of 40 Veterans.
• Supervise C.N.A in Resident Care.
• Provide direct patient care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting assistance as needed.
• Monitor residents' physical and emotional well-being, reporting any changes to the RN or physician.
• Assist residents with mobility, transfers, and ambulation, ensuring safety and the use of assistive devices.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Perform vital signs, weight checks, and assist C.N.A with ADL care such as feeding and weight measurement.
• Administer medications (oral, topical, injectable, inhaled) as prescribed and document accurately.
• Provide wound care, including dressing changes, skin assessments, and preventive skin care.
• Collect specimens (urine, stool, sputum, blood via finger stick) for lab testing.
• Monitor and report lab values and diagnostic results to the RN or physician.
• Insert, maintain, and monitor urinary catheters, IVs (depending on state regulations), and feeding tubes.
• Administer oxygen therapy and monitor residents on oxygen.

Communication & Documentation

• Document all care provided, observations, and resident changes in the medical record promptly.
• Communicate effectively with the RN, Providers, residents, and designated representatives within the scope of practice.
• Report resident status changes or changes in condition immediately to the supervising RN or physician.
• Participate in shift hand-off reports to ensure continuity of care.

Supervision & Delegation

• Supervise and direct CNAs in daily resident care tasks.
• Ensure CNAs follow care plans and report concerns.
• Perform skin observation during showers and pre/post dialysis; report and document any abnormalities to the RN.
• Provide feedback, support, and guidance to C.N.As.

Care Planning

• Assist in reviewing and updating resident care plans under RN supervision.
• Participate in care conferences with interdisciplinary team members.
• Implement interventions in accordance with care plans and physician orders.

Emergency Response

• Recognize and respond promptly to medical emergencies with RN prompt notification for assessment (falls, seizures, cardiac/respiratory distress).
• Assist in performing CPR and first aid as required.
• Contact RN, physician, or emergency services when necessary.

Resident Advocacy & Support

• Promote dignity, respect, and resident rights in all care activities.
• Provide emotional support to residents and families.
• Educate residents and families about health needs, medications, and care routines (within scope).