PT Weekend Track Nights LPN- Hawthorne Ridge- Assisted Living

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

12 Hour Night Shift

Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) I & II

Assisted Living & Memory Care

Shift/hours/days – Part Time Night Weekend Track (12hr shifts Sat and Sun every other weekend 7:00pm - 7:00am)

As a Nurse at Hawthorne Ridge, you'll play a vital role in enhancing the lives of our Resident’s. This is an incredibly rewarding position where you can make a real difference in the lives of those who need it most.

The residents of Hawthorne Ridge do not need high-level nursing care just a little extra assistance. The team provides care in a residential setting, thoughtfully designed for individuals with memory loss, Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias. Eddy Hawthorne Ridge is a 66-bed assisted living community on 14 beautiful acres in East Greenbush, New York.

If you’re passionate about caring for others and want to be part of a dedicated, caring team, we’d love to meet you!

Position Summary: LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses) are responsible for medications, treatments, and staff oversight under the direction of the RN. In this position you will bring trust, comfort, and empathy to all resident interactions and make a positive difference in the lives of our residents.

Job Specific Competencies

Principal Responsibilities

Core Competencies

Supports the Trinity/SPHP Vision, Mission, Values in all encounters with residents and families

Adheres to the SPHP Code of Conduct

Demonstrates accountability as an individual and team member in meeting basic resident and family needs

Clinical Competencies

LPNs provide direct and indirect care under the direction of an RN including procedures, treatments, and related duties as assigned and within the NYS Scope of Practice for an LPN.

Resident support – Deliver compassionate, person-centered care while fostering a sense of dignity and independence for each resident.

Medication administration – Conduct daily medication pass with accuracy and care in accordance with physician orders and facility guidelines.

Shift leadership – provide leadership for the care team during your shift, including guidance and support.

Team collaboration – work closely with resident assistants, other nurses, and management in a cooperative, respectful environment.

Documentation – complete required documentation promptly and accurately to support resident care.

Consult with the RN on any changes in a care plan or schedule and communicate with patients and their families about their care plan.

Attends and actively participates in in-servicing, orienting and educational activities.

Education Requirements

Must be a high school graduate.

Must graduate from a nursing education program acceptable to the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Must be licensed with current registration in New York.

Must be able to

Stand, walk, and lift for long periods of time

Read and write using medical terminology

Working knowledge of computers including electronic medication administration records, processing of orders, checking email, and preforming required in servicing, along with use of other required applications

Have the visual and auditory acuity adequate to perform observations and patient care

Maintain composure and positivity in a high stress environment

Promote physical, cognitive, and psychosocial well-being of each resident

Work with residents in a highly personal manner during stages of acute and chronic illness

Pay range: $24.00-$30.10 (this position would be eligible for shift differentials $4.00per hour/ $8.00 per hour on weekends )

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

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.