Pediatric Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full Time - Night - Toms River, NJReq #:0000167492Category:LPNStatus:Full-TimeShift:NightFacility:Childrens Specialized HospDepartment:Long Term CareLocation:Toms River 94 Stevens (TR94), 94 Stevens Rd., Toms River, NJ 08755Job Overview:As a Pediatric LPN, you will provide rehabilitative nursing care for pediatric patients and their families under supervision in a long-term care facility.Qualifications:Required:
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing
NJ LPN license
AHA BLS Provider
Interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with others
Physical stamina and ability to safely lift and move objects and people
Preferred:
Minimum of one year of nursing experience with rehabilitation and/or pediatric experience
Certifications and Licenses Required:
NJ LPN license
AHA BLS Provider
Scheduling Requirements:
Shift working, 7:00pm 7:30am
36 hours/week
Full-Time
Essential Functions:
Performs and documents nursing care within LPN scope of practice and hospital policies and procedures
Notifies Nurse Manager / Charge Nurse of responsibilities and or changes in patient status. Takes appropriate action including recording and reporting
Understands the importance the interdisciplinary process. Promotes continuity of nursing care and interdisciplinary interventions
Participates in patient and family education under supervision of RN
Recognizes and respects patient/family rights in a culturally and religiously sensitive environment of care
Requests guidance from Manager, RN and other resources when appropriate
Consistently appraises clinical performance and learning needs through self-evaluation
Exhibits consistent professional behavior and is accountable for actions with regard to professional issues
Continual contact with patients, families, visitors and all hospital departments and staff
Contact with medications, chemicals and equipment
Other Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Benefits and Perks:At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Plans
Short & Long Term Disability
Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Wellness Programs
Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
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