LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Company: Merry Heart Senior Care Services
Location: Succasunna
Posted on: May 8, 2025

Job Description:

We are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care in our Sub-Acute Rehab and Long Term Care units in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of a registered nurse or doctor. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.*Responsibilities** Record a patients medical history accurately* Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.* Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.* Monitor patients condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts* Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.* Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks* Collect samples for lab testing as assigned* Provide emotional and psychological support when needed* Communicate with patients family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions*Skills** Proven experience as LPN or similar role. Prefer at least 3 years long term care experience but willing to train new graduates.* Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team* Familiarity with Long Term Care/ Nursing Home health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures* Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices* Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology* Good knowledge of Point Click Care (our electronic medical record), MS Office and data entry.* Perfect physical condition and stamina* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills* Compassionate and able to handle stress* Successful completion of LPN license program is a mustJob Types: Per diem, Part-time, Full-timePay: $27.00 - $32.00 per hourBenefits:* 401(k)* 401(k) matching* Continuing education credits* Dental insurance* Disability insurance* Employee discount* Free parking* Health insurance* Health savings account* Life insurance* Paid sick time* Paid time off* Paid training* Referral program* Vision insuranceMedical Specialty:* Cardiology* Geriatrics* Holistic Medicine* Hospice & Palliative Medicine* Infectious Disease* Medical-Surgical* Psychiatry* Wound CarePhysical Setting:* Long term care* Nursing home* Rehabilitation centerApplication Question(s):* We work with a fragile community in both the nursing home and assisted living. There are mandatory vaccine requirements for both the COVID-19 vaccines with two boosters as well as an annual flu vaccine.Language:* English (Required)License/Certification:* LPN license (Required)Work Location: In personby Jobble

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