LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)- Over Night/Evening Shift-Part Time

MISSION STATEMENT: Empowered by God's love, rooted in the Gospel of Jesus, faithful to the vision of one sacred Earth community, we live and work to bring all into union with God and one another.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assume responsibility for specific nursing functions within the scope of LPN licensing as delegated by the Nurse Manager or by the Administrator. Functions as a member of the Nursing Staff in cooperation with other departments.

We are looking for someone who can work two overnight shift and one day shift.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid NYS nursing license
• Minimum of 1 year nursing experience, preferably with the elderly population
• Experience with EMR preferably Matrix
• Excellent bedside manner and communication skills
• Geriatric or hospice care experience a plus
• Strong Oral and Written Interpersonal skills
• CPR certification

RESPONSIBILITIES (include, but is not limited to):

Offer each Sister personal, compassionate attention in an atmosphere conducive to physical and mental health.

• Provide continuing assessment of the Sisters nursing needs and, under the direction and supervision of the Nurse Manager, offer follow-up nursing care services.
• Collect health information and record vital signs.
• Administer and chart all medications according to protocol.
• Apply knowledge of drugs, drug interactions, diagnostic tests and other therapeutic modalities based on established principles and precautions.
• Document all changes in the Sisters physical, emotional or cognitive status.
• Ability to communicate in interdisciplinary teams.
• Monitor and instruct nursing aides in giving the Sisters safe quality care according their changing needs.
• Perform treatments, testing and therapeutic measures prescribed by a licensed physician within the scope of the LPN license.
• Provides skilled nursing care tasks and procedures under the direction of an RN, Physician, or other authorized health care provider.
• Report any change in a Sisters physical, emotional or cognitive status to the RN Supervisor.
• Identify, assess and respond appropriately to emergency situations.
• Coordinate the activities of nursing aides in transporting the Sister to the Chapel, dining room, recreational activity and in-house appointments.
• Assist in the preparation of end of shift reporting.
• Receive phone messages and direct them appropriately.
• Perform any and all duties necessary for the well-being of the Sisters.
• Know and carry out the mission of the Sisters of St. Joseph to build unity among all created beings and promote a work environment that is characterized by respect, trust, integrity, ethical behavior, fair treatment of all, open communications, and personal accountability.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Stand, walk and sit for long periods of time

Occasionally lifting (up to 125 lbs.)

Carrying, pushing and pulling up to 125lbs

Frequently crouching, crawling, stooping, kneeling

Compensation for this position is based according to market rate and experience level. For immediate consideration please send a cover letter and resume to: [email protected]

The Sisters of Saint Joseph provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal state or local laws.