Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Schuyler RIdge

Employment Type:
Part time Shift:
Evening Shift
Description:
LPN (skilled nursing) – Schuyler Ridge – Clifton Park, NY

If you are looking for a LPN position in skilled nursing, to meet a part time schedule working 3pm-11pm, this could be your opportunity.  Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places.

Located in the heart of Clifton Park, Schuyler Ridge Residential Healthcare is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility offering a range of medical services including long-term care, memory care and med surg sub acute and 24-hour residential care, as well as adult day services.

The site is going through a transformation remodeling their units to help their staff bring the best care to their residents!  Schuyler Ridge’s philosophy is unmistakable: residents come first. By focusing upon capabilities rather than limitations, Schuyler Ridge enhances quality of life and accommodates a remarkable degree of individual preferences.

Position Highlights:

- Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge

- Advancement:  Strong orientation program, tuition assistance and career development

- Part time commitment: Facility is only looking for a commitment of 24 hours a week (6 shifts a pay period)

- Refreshed campus: Facility is remodeling to improve quality of care for their residents and aide their Nurses

- Engaged leadership: Leaders that help on the floor and commit to the development and needs of their staff

- Close to home: Location that is an easy commute from Latham, Saratoga, Malta and Cohoes

What you will do:

- Administers nursing care to residents under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse.  Assists with treatments and procedures and carries out selected duties within the framework of the established nursing plan of care

Responsibilities:

- In collaboration with the RN collects data about residents and determines priorities is resident care based upon identified needs and goals.

- Contributes to the plan of care through collaboration and effective communication with the RN and other members of the healthcare team.

- Under the direction of the RN and within the scope of practice, complies with established nursing policies, procedures and standards to provide safe, quality care to residents.

- Administers medications and monitors IV therapy as ordered and according to established policies and standards.

- Provides emotional support to residents and their families

What you will need:

Required:

- A current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of New York

Preferred:

- 1 year of experience or more as a LPN, but willing to help train the right candidate to further their skills

- 1 year of experience or more working in a skilled nursing facility

- Ability to maintain the highest level of customer service while completing day to day duties and responsibilities

- Ability to communicate effectively in a fast pace work environment

- Ability to engage within a team setting

- Passion to learn, grow and develop in the nursing field

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.