Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Maryknoll, NY (Ossining)
Who We Are:
Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers – also known as the Catholic Foreign Mission Society of America, Inc. – was founded in 1911 with the support of the Bishops of the United States to be the chief mission outreach of the Catholic Church in the United States. We currently serve in 20 countries worldwide – especially among the poor.
The role of the Licensed Practical Nurse under the direction of the Registered Nurse is to care for patients with compassion and respect due to the inherent dignity of the individual regardless of social, economic status, personal attributes or the nature of their health problem.
- Advocate for all Members as needed to protect their wishes as well as their health and well-being.
- Performance of tasks within LPN Scope 0f Practice as directed by the Registered Nurse
- Collaboration and coordination of Members care under the direction of the Registered Nurse with the care team (physicians, nursing assistants, social work, activities, appointment coordinators)
- Provision of direct patient care, medication administration, treatments, gather vital signs, and report symptoms that can be used by the RN in making decisions about the nursing care of specific patients.
Essential Services Personnel: are expected to report to work under all circumstances including inclement weather-related conditions, holidays, etc. They are to adhere to the shift schedules established by their supervisors or as directed by them.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent with graduation from an Accredited LPN training program required.
- Current valid NYS LPN license, including all certifications necessary for a renewal as required by NYS.
- A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a long term care setting.
- BLS certification.
- Must be computer literate (EHR/Microsoft Office).
- Experience with palliative care and/or hospice care preferred.
We offer an outstanding work environment, opportunities for career development and competitive benefits. EOE.
Salary: $35.05 per hour