Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Extended Care at RWJBarnabas Health

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Extended CareReq #:

Category:LPN

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department:Extended Care - North 4

Location:

NEW POINT CAMPUS, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Job Overview:

Our Long Term Care/Subacute unit consist of 124 bed. Working a fast paced environment, the Licensed Practical Nurse will be responsible for assessment, clinical documentation, medication and treatment. The LPN will be responsible for admission, discharge and transfer of residents, obtain and transcribe physician s orders. The position requires 67-100% standing. The ideal candidate must be able to demonstrate good communication skills and provide continuity of care and service for each resident under the direct supervision on the Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager and Physician.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ Graduated from an accredited school of Practical Nursing

+ Current New Jersey LPN license

+ Cardio Pulmonary Certification

+ BLS Certification through American Heart Association only

+ Must have good inter personal and communication skills

Preferred:

+ At least one year experience in long-term care nursing

Certifications and Licenses:

+ BLS certification through American Heart Association

+ Cardio Pulmonary Certification

+ Current New Jersey LPN license

Scheduling Requirements:

+ Days

+ Full-Time (40 hrs)

+ Mandatory Orientation

Essential Functions:

+ Assists in planning and implementing nursing care services as per NJ Dept of Health State and Federal regulations

+ Provides for continuity of care and services for each resident under the direction of the Nurse Manager Charge Nurse, and or Physician

+ Assesses resident needs on admission and as needed on a timely basis

+ Performs treatments and administers medication with physician s order

+ Responsible to follow standards of practice, policies and procedures set by facility, State, and Federal standards

+ Supervision of ancillary personnel on unit to ensure quality of care services

+ Participates in performance appraisals

+ Functions as Charge Nurse if situation requires

+ Assists ancillary staff with direct patient care activities as needed example: bed baths, incontinent care, feeding, etc.

+ Responsible for nursing documentation on each resident including, but not limited to, care plans, summaries, nurse s notes, etc.

+ Assists Charge Nurse in recording and collecting data needed for continuity of care example: diabetic testing, intake and output, Physician s overdue visits, etc.

+ Care and maintenance of nursing equipment and supplies

+ Communicates with nursing and ancillary personnel to coordinate planning intervention processes and procedures as needed

+ Observes and reports on patient status to Nurse Manager and/or Physician. Assists Nurse Manager Charge Nurse in staff replacement within guidelines and policies set by Administration

+ Attends and participates in meetings related to resident care and unit management

+ Assists Charge Nurse in coordinating and implementing interdisciplinary care plans to meet resident needs

+ Participates in change of shift reports

+ Assists in admission, transfer, and discharge of residents

+ Reinforces basic nursing care concepts to ancillary nursing personnel

+ Identification of high-risk residents who would develop pressure sores and timely implementation of preventive and supportive strategies for wound care

+ Accurate identification and assessments of residents prone to develop sentinel events such as dehydration, fecal impaction, fracture etc.

+ Assists in implementing and maintaining preventive strategies for infection control and follows infection control policies and procedures

+ Reinforces teaching efforts of Nurse Manager Charge Nurse/and/or In Service Education Department to all nursing personnel

+ Assist the nurse manager in MDS/care planning process to ensure continuation of care

+ Ensure and assist in order transcription and monthly recaps

+ Assumes responsibility for own personal educational and developmental needs

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks:

+ Paid Time Off (PTO)

+ Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

+ Dental and Vision Insurance

+ Retirement Plans

+ Short & Long Term Disability

+ Life & Accidental Death Insurance

+ Tuition Reimbursement

+ Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

+ Wellness Programs

+ Voluntary Benefits (e. g., Pet Insurance)

+ Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer