LPN / RN Overnight Shift

Title : LPN / RN Overnight Shift

ID : 5715-1

Department : Nursing

Location : Westhampton Beach

Description

Full Time Position : Night Shift 6 : 00 pm - 6 : 30 am$33.00 - $50.00 hr

Benefits Available for Full Time Employees :

Generous Paid Time Off Policy

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Basic Group Life AD&D Insurance (No Cost)

Voluntary Life Insurance

Other Voluntary Benefits

Reimbursement for Professional Development Expenses

Employee Assistance Program

Retirement Program (401k)

8 Paid Holidays

MAIN FUNCTION :

Provide high-quality nursing care under RN supervision.

Ensure a safe, therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Participate in nursing assessments and assist with patient care.

Manage medication administration and maintain accurate documentation.

Adhere to infection control measures and universal precautions.

Support nursing team efficiency.

Use assigned information systems as needed.

Classified as Essential for emergency closure purposes.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Ensure that all clients are treated with dignity and respect.

Affirming care for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning clients.

Engage in nursing assessments and obtain shift reports.

Document nursing care in clients' EMRs.

Manage physician orders; enter medications in MAR, treatments / consultations in day book, MAR, and EMR.

Review physician orders with the RN in charge.

Maintain infection control records and adhere to precautions.

Prepare patients and assist with physical exams.

Support a safe and therapeutic environment for patients and staff.

Assist with record-keeping and annual employee health clearances.

Keep Director of Nursing and Clinical Department informed of significant client matters.

Attend job-related meetings and in-service education.

Inform charge nurse of office supply needs and Nursing Supervisor of medical supply needs.

Perform other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS :

Perform nursing assessments under RN supervision.

Administer medications as ordered, with knowledge of basic pharmacology, nebulizers, PPD placement, and IM injections.

Proficient in basic nursing skills : EKGs, diabetic accuchecks, and intoximeter use.

Assess and medicate clients for detoxification.

Competent in age-specific care for adolescent and geriatric clients.

Proficient in EMR systems, Microsoft Outlook, and other information systems.

Develop and implement nursing care plans and treatment reviews.

Assess clients' psychiatric history and current status.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS :

Current New York State LPN or RN licensure.

Current CPR certification.

Oxygen Therapy certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Regularly required to talk, hear, stand, walk, use hands, handle or feel, and reach.

Assist with patient ambulation and transfer as needed.

Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Visual acuity required for accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness in work assignments and observations.