Licensed Practical Nurse
Belvidere, New Jersey
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician.
Posted Sep 25
- Shift and hours
- Evening, 3:00 pm-11:30 pm FT Eve: 3:00 pm-11:30 pm w/ every other weekend (shift diff $4.00)
- Unit and setting
- Psych · Correctional
- License
- LPN license Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practicecurrent, active LPN license in the state of practice
- Term
- Permanent FT Eve: 3:00 pm-11:30 pm w/ every other weekend (shift diff $4.00)Full time
Do you qualify?
- License
- current, active LPN license in the state of practice Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice
- Certification
- current CPR/BLS certification Current CPR/BLS certification
- Education
- graduate of an accredited practical nursing program Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program
- Also asks
- knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures
- Also asks
- ability to follow clinical protocols, physician orders, and regulatory standards Ability to follow clinical protocols, physician orders, and regulatory standards
- Also asks
- strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Preferred
- Certification
- IV certification if applicable and state-permitted IV certification (if applicable and permitted by state regulations)
- Experience
- previous experience in acute care, long-term care, behavioral health, or correctional healthcare Previous experience in acute care, long-term care, behavioral health, or correctional healthcare
- Also asks
- proficiency with EMR/EHR systems Proficiency with electronic medical record systems (EMR/EHR)
What it pays
- Pay differential
- FT Eve: 3:00 pm-11:30 pm w/ every other weekend (shift diff $4.00) FT Eve: 3:00 pm-11:30 pm w/ every other weekend (shift diff $4.00)
- Extra pay
- $4.00 shift differentialFT Eve: 3:00 pm-11:30 pm
The role and schedule
- Day to day
- deliver basic nursing care per policies and procedures Deliver basic nursing care to patients in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Day to day
- monitor and record vital signs, symptoms, and treatment responses Monitor and record vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatment
- Day to day
- Administer medications, injections, and treatments as ordered within scope of practice Administer medications, injections, and treatments as ordered within scope of practice
- Day to day
- assist RNs or physicians with assessments and care planning Assist RNs or physicians with patient assessments and care planning
- Day to day
- collect specimens and perform basic diagnostic tests Collect specimens and perform basic diagnostic tests
- Day to day
- wound care, dressing changes, infection control measures Provide wound care, dressing changes, and implement infection control measures
- Day to day
- accurate, timely documentation in EHR/EMR Maintain accurate, timely documentation in electronic health records (EHR/EMR)
- Day to day
- educate patients on medications, treatments, and self-care Educate patients on medications, treatments, and self-care strategies
- Day to day
- observe and promptly report changes in patient condition to supervising staff Observe and promptly report changes in patient condition to supervising staff
- Day to day
- maintain a safe, clean, therapeutic care environment Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic care environment
- Day to day
- collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare team members
- Day to day
- adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, and state and federal regulations Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, and all applicable state and federal regulations
- Charting
- EHR/EMR documentation
- Hours stated
- FT Eve: 3:00 pm-11:30 pm w/ every other weekend
- Weekends
- every other weekend
- Details
- may regularly stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, or stretch for prolonged periods May regularly be required to stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, or stretch, for prolonged periods of time.
- Details
- must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
Original listing
Posted on CFG Health’s careers page.
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FT Eve: 3:00 pm-11:30 pm w/ every other weekend (shift diff $4.00)
Position Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician. LPN supports patient care activities, administers medications, monitors patient conditions, and assists with treatment plans while ensuring adherence to clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. This role promotes a safe, therapeutic, and patient-centered care environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Deliver basic nursing care to patients in accordance with established policies and procedures Monitor and record vital signs, symptoms, and responses to treatment Administer medications, injections, and treatments as ordered within scope of practice Assist RNs or physicians with patient assessments and care planning Collect specimens and perform basic diagnostic tests Provide wound care, dressing changes, and implement infection control measures Maintain accurate, timely documentation in electronic health records (EHR/EMR) Educate patients on medications, treatments, and self-care strategies Observe and promptly report changes in patient condition to supervising staff Maintain a safe, clean, and therapeutic care environment Collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare team members Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, and all applicable state and federal regulations
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program
- Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and procedures
- Ability to follow clinical protocols, physician orders, and regulatory standards
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in acute care, long-term care, behavioral health, or correctional healthcare Proficiency with electronic medical record systems (EMR/EHR) IV certification (if applicable and permitted by state regulations)
Organizational Expectations
Provides a positive and professional representation of CFG Health Systems, LLC. Promotes a culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice Adheres to infection control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations Participate in ongoing quality improvement activities Completes required orientation as directed by the facility Follows facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures while on assignment Follows facility and CFG Health Systems Occurrence Protocol Upholds HIPAA and PREA regulations Punctual and dependable for assigned/confirmed shifts Maintains security clearance for the assigned facility
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon written request to your supervisor for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities functions.
May regularly be required to stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, or stretch, for prolonged periods of time. Ability to communicate and understand written and verbal communication. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
What's around it?
Belvidere, NJ
Living costs about 9% above the US average