LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Full and Part-Time

Ozanam Hall Nursing Home of Queens, a faith-based nonprofit skilled nursing facility specializing in short-term rehabilitation and geriatric care, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our nursing team. This role involves direct patient care for residents in a long-term care setting, with day, evening, and night shifts available.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily resident rounds and report problems to the nursing supervisor, initiating corrective action immediately
• Observe residents under treatment to identify progress and monitor for medication side effects
• Monitor residents' conditions including fluid intake and output
• Compose and maintain patient charts
• Provide emotional and psychological support to residents as needed
• Communicate with residents' families and friends to provide advice, comfort, and discharge instructions

Clinical Setting

Ozanam Hall is a 50+ year established nonprofit facility sponsored by the Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm, serving the Queens community since 1971.

Schedule and Shifts

• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Minimum 22.5 hours per week
• Day, evening, and night shifts available
• Evening and night shift positions receive an additional 10% pay differential

Compensation

• Hourly pay range: $35.35 to $38.16 based on experience, plus 10% differential for evening and night shifts

Required Qualifications

• Current LPN licensure in the State of New York
• Current BLS certification
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a long-term care setting, or new graduate with desire to learn

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of DOH/CMS regulations
• Electronic Health Records experience
• Point-Click-Care proficiency
• Customer service skills
• Team player mentality
• Detail-oriented approach
• Dedication to patient care

Education

• Associate degree or higher in Nursing

Benefits

• Health insurance (Aetna) and HSA with employer contribution
• Fully paid dental and vision insurance
• Student loan forgiveness guidance
• Retirement plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Benefits available the first of the month following 30 days of employment