Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for delivering nursing care to residents within the scope of the LPN in the state of New York. The LPN is accountable for excellence in resident care and service delivery.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and deliver nursing care to residents within the scope of an LPN, including but not limited to catheter care, wound care, dressing changes, nebulizer treatments, ostomy care, and management of medical equipment; medication management including administration of oral medications, injections or PRN medications.

• Supervise the care provided by HHAs and RCAs to residents.

• Manage and administer medications and assist the residents with self-administration of medication.

• Maintain positive collaborative relations with residents, families and provider partners.

• Report any observed significant incidents and/or changes in the resident’s condition t...