Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Skilled Nursing Facility

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  • Careerstaff Unlimited
Job Summary
Location
Bethlehem ,PA 18020
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
05 Dec 2024
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Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Skilled Nursing FacilitynnInvest in your future by discovering a facility in Bethlehem,PA with resources, technology, and opportunities that will positively impact the rest of your healthcare career. Licensed Practical Nurse's are valued members of the care team that are focused on helping patients with medically complex conditions regain their quality of life.nnPAY:nn$40 /HourlynnABOUT CAREERSTAFF UNLIMITED:nnCareerStaff Unlimited, LLC ("CareerStaff"), an affiliate of ShiftMed, is a renowned industry leader in healthcare staffing, managed services, and workforce solutions. For over 30 years, we've connected our clients with talented healthcare professionals to deliver proven excellence in patient care. We offer per diem, local, and travel career opportunities for allied, interim healthcare leadership, nursing, and pharmacy.nnCAREERSTAFF BENEFITS FOR THE LPN LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE:nnFlexible Day, Night, or Weekend SchedulennMedical, Vision, Dental, and 401(k)nnGuaranteed Weekly Direct Depositnn24/7 Clinical Services Team & Unparalleled SupportnnBonus Programs available!nnOur strong, long-term connections with exclusive healthcare facilities mean a new world of possibilities for your career! Opportunities with CareerStaff put you on an inside track to give you access to more career opportunities and get your dream job faster than going at it alone.nnMORE ABOUT THE LPN LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE:nnCareerStaff Unlimited partners with companies around the country to raise the bar in healthcare by setting new standards for quality care and personalized service. Responsibilities for this Licensed Practical Nurse opportunity include, but are not limited to:nnAssist residents with daily bath, dressing, grooming, dental care, bowel and bladder functions, preparation for medical tests and exams, ear and eye care and positioning in and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, etc.nnProvide nursing functions as directed by supervisor including daily perineal care, catheter care, turn residents in bed, all bathing, measure and record temperature, pulse and respiration, weigh and measure residents, perform restorative and rehabilitative procedure and observe and report the presence of skin breakdowns; review care plans daily, report changes in resident conditions to supervisor; and, record all necessary charting entries and report all accidents and incidents.nnPrepare residents for meals and snacks; identify food arrangement and assist in feeding residents as needed; record food and fluid intake; and perform after meal resident care as needed.nnMaintain resident confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect; know and comply with Resident’s Rights rules; and, promptly report all resident complaints, accidents and incidents to supervisor.nnUtilize nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventive therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patient/family as evidenced by documentation and observation of positive patient care outcomes.nnPerform delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards as observed by the registered nurse.nnAssist in data collection on the Admission Data Record.nnContribute to the development of the patient/significant other plan of care based on the identified patient problems/needs.nnCarry out physician orders accurately, directly and indirectly.nnAssist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of the nursing care administered relative to the patient/significant other identified problems/needs.nnDocument pertinent observation and intervention on appropriate record.nnPerform selected tasks related to patient care and the patient’s environment in a safe manner.nnAdminister medication accurately, observing patient response, as evidenced by documentation in the medical record and lack of negative outcomes.nnPerform limited I.V. Therapy procedures on those patients receiving peripherally inserted Intravenous fluids, as delegated by and observed by the RN.nnMaintain and coordinate communication among patient/significant other, staff, and physician as evidenced within medical record, client, and health care team feedback.nnGive punctual change of shift report consisting of pertinent and relevant information for assigned patients.nnProvide patient/significant other health teaching as delegated by and observed by the RN.nnUse available written and AV materials specific to patient condition or disease.nnUtilize appropriate teaching methods such as one-on-one and group instruction, demonstration, or discussion.nnParticipate in staff development programs and meetings as requested.nnJOB REQUIREMENTS FOR THE LPN LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE:nnGraduate of a nationally approved Nursing program is required.nnMaintain current BLS/CPR certification from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC)nnMust be currently licensed by the State Board of NursingnnCareerStaff is proud to be a six-time Great Place to Work™ and Diversity for Social Impact™ certified source of healthcare careers. Our award-winning team of recruitment professionals connects clinicians with unique career opportunities nationwide that match your lifestyle. Premium pay, exclusive benefits, and unparalleled customer service make CareerStaff the top choice for over 6,500 healthcare professionals.nnCareerStaff Unlimited is proud to practice Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action (EEO/AA).nnOther InfonnJob City: BETHLEHEMnnShift: 11P-7AnnSetting: SNF/POST ACUTEnnOrder ID:884650