Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

About The Job

Verrazano Nursing and Post-Acute Center is actively seeking experienced LPN Team Members to work for our Skilled Nursing Facility.

Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem Shifts Available

Rate: $40 Hr

Hours: 8 am to 4 pm

4 pm to 12 am

12 am to 8 am

Duties Include:

• Assess the immediate and continuing care needs of the patients.
• Develop comprehensive and current plans of care which include physical needs, patient, patient teaching, and discharge planning and psychosocial/spiritual needs.
• Provide direct patient care based on assessed needs and the medical regimen.
• Assure the plan of care integrates age-specific care needs as defined in the unit scope of care.
• Accept responsibility and accountability for nursing interventions and outcomes based on professional clinical judgments.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively, manage stressful situations appropriately and facilitate interpersonal relationships with other disciplines.
• Assumes charge responsibilities as delegated by the Nurse/Manager designee.
• Ensures appropriate coverage of all patients by assisting and relieving co-workers, and working on other units as assigned.
• Maintains a safe, therapeutic environment for patients, and staff.
• Performs other duties as requested.
  
  
  

Requirements:

• Valid NY State LPN license
• Strong teamwork skills
• In good standing with State Registry
  
  
  

About Us: Verrazano Nursing Home is a highly recommended health care center. The center is licensed by the New York State Department of Health as a Skilled Nursing Facility. We are certified by Medicare, Medicaid and Private Insurance Programs. As you begin your search for nursing homes in the Staten Island area, you will find a true home away from home at Verrazano. A family-run business, our doors have been open for over 40 years. Speak with friends and family in the neighborhood and ask in which nursing home their loved ones live. If you’re looking for a close-knit, family-like environment with one-on-one attention, you’ll love what you find at Verrazano.