Licensed Practical Nurse - Nassau County
Syosset, New York
- Eligibility
- LPN
Posted Aug 18 · Not open to new grads
What the listing says
Role
- Weekends
- Every other weekend
- Term
- Permanent
- Setting
- Home Health
- Accepts
- LPN
- Experience
- 1+ years
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- NY nursing median $49/hr
NY nursing postings that state pay run $30/hr to $69/hr, the middle half $41/hr to $58/hr, across 1679 postings. That covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Constellation Health is seeking a dynamic Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team in Nassau County!
Our Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are responsible for providing care for our clients and patients in their home or community setting. The Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN is responsible for assisting in the planning for the patient's and family care under the direction of the RN the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include following the plan of care established by physician, providing treatments, and working collaboratively with the members of the team to help meet positive patient care outcomes. The Licensed Practical Nurse supports the philosophy, goals and culture of Constellation Health Services.
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Responsibilities
Provides nursing care as defined in State Nurse Practice Act, including specialized duties related to end of life care. Implements current nursing practice following a comprehensive assessment and the plan of care. Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient services to reflect the plan of care.
Assess and provide patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care. Recognize and interpret symptoms and institute remedial measures within the scope and limits of a Licensed Practical Nurse. Observes records and reports to immediate supervisor if any changes in patient's condition.
Participates in coordination of hospice and other home care services, appropriately reporting the identified needs to the interdisciplinary group. Examples include RN, hospice aide, MSW, OT, PT, ST, Registered Dietician, Spiritual Counselor or Clinical Supervisor. Participates in Hospice IDT meetings Implements care to achieve outcomes of comfortable and safe dying and effective grieving for the patient and family.
Uses and prepares equipment and supplies effectively, adhering to aseptic technique. Provides appropriate pain/symptom management. Evaluates patient's response to treatments/medications.
Participates in personal, professional growth and development. Also, participates in organization's quality assessment performance improvement team activities. Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse or clinical supervisor.
Some weekend days are required, and summer and winter holiday commitments as needed
What We Offer
Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package that includes 401(k), mileage reimbursement, health insurance and PTO (must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits) Opportunities for professional development and training to advance your career. Supportive and collaborative work environment that values compassion and empathy. The satisfaction of making a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families.
Why Constellation?
Family-Centered Culture: At Constellation, we treat our team members like family. We understand that exceptional patient care starts with a happy and supported workforce.
Requirements
Graduate of an accredited practical nurse program. Licensed LPN in the state of employment At least 1-2 years of LPN experience is a MUST; Home care preferred Experience in managing PleurX Catheters, Foley Catheters, Wound Vac Systems, and Ostomy care a plus Have reliable transportation and be willing to commute to provide the best in-home patient care. Alternating weekend days are required, and summer and winter holiday commitments as needed. Basic knowledge of iOs operating system
Sourced from Constellation Health Services’ careers page.
“Requirements: Graduate of an accredited practical nurse program. Licensed LPN in the state of employment At least 1-2 years of LPN experience is a MUST; Home care preferred Experience in managing PleurX Catheters, Foley…” · from this posting
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse program.
- Licensed LPN in the state of employment
- At least 1-2 years of LPN experience is a MUST; Home care preferred
- Experience in managing PleurX Catheters, Foley Catheters, Wound Vac Systems, and Ostomy care a plus
- Have reliable transportation and be willing to commute to provide the best in-home patient care.
- Alternating weekend days are required, and summer and winter holiday commitments as needed.
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- Basic knowledge of iOs operating system
Benefits highlights
- Mileage reimbursement
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
Place
- City
- Syosset, New York
- State price level
- 8% above the national average
New York index 107.9, where 100 is the national average.
Syosset is a suburban hamlet on Long Island's North Shore in Nassau County, offering RNs a quiet, family-friendly residential base within commuting distance of Manhattan via the LIRR.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities.
How this role fits you
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- Can you walk me through differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
