LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse - Hempstead, NY

Company: Five Star Nursing
Location: Hempstead
Posted on: May 11, 2022

Job Description:

Requirements of the LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse--- Current LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse license and registration--- CPR certification--- Malpractice insurance--- Resume--- Physical--- MMR & Varicella titers--- PPD or proof of chest X ray if positive--- 1 Personal reference letter, 1 Professional reference letter--- Original Social Security Card--- Original Non expired State Identification--- Original Proof of Citizenship / Immigration (Example of documents: Birth Cert, Green Card, Resident Card)--- Sigma Care experience (computer system, patient information) a plus--- Long-term care experience a big plus, but new grads welcome as well!Responsibilities for the LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse--- Record a patient's 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 basicmedical 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 instructionsCompensation and Benefits of the LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse--- Paid orientation.--- Competitive compensation.--- Sick days.--- Salary of the LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse: $32-$35/hr--- Voluntary Medical Insurances - choose the option right for you!--- Aflac Insurance options to choose from: Disability, Dental, Accident, Life, Cancer, Hospital.--- Commuter Benefits - earn pre-tax dollars!--- Direct deposit available.--- Referral Bonuses - refer a friend and win up to $100!--- Quarterly Sweepstakes raffles.--- Employee of the Month program.--- Easy access to 24/7 support.--- Wide variety of shifts and locations.--- Offices conveniently located in Long Island, Queens, Brooklyn and Bronx.--- Flexible Schedules - full time or part time available.--- Weekend Schedule availableIND123#ZR#CB

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