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- Specialty Pediatric Facility: The only nursing facility in Albany serving babies, teenagers, and young adults.
- Smaller units - an average size unit is 16 residents.
- Higher staffing ratios
- Atmosphere focused on learning & growing.
- Playful environment
- All school aged children receive school services.
- Inclusion of all residents into the community for outings and schooling
- Competitive pay rate
- Evening, night, and weekend shift differentials
- In this role, you may be eligible to receive the New York State funded Health Care Worker Bonus
- Please visit: to learn more.
- Current and valid NYS LPN License
- Minimum of one year acute or long-term care experience, preferred.
- Must be 18 years old
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds
- Provide direct care and treatment to individuals in assigned program(s) through a variety of nursing procedures and medication administration.
- Respond and assist in medical emergencies and take appropriate action with guidance from RN.
- Observe and monitor individuals with specific health problems and those at risk and report pertinent findings to RN.
- Document all current health related information in nurses' notes and/or medical record.
- Check nursing equipment as indicated.
- Assist RN in annual assessment of consumers in day programs.
- Keep medical files current and complete.
- Attends nursing/program meetings as scheduled.
- Communicates with other service providers, program staff, administration, etc., re: changing medical issues.
- Low-Cost Medical, Vision, and Dental Plans
- Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave, and Jury Duty
- 401K Retirement Program
- Tuition Assistance
- Referral Bonus Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Life Insurance
- Free Long Term Disability Insurance
- Career Development Program
- Staff Recognition Programs
- Wellness Program
- Supplemental, Voluntary Insurance Options: Disability, Life, Accident, Critical Illness and more
LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse - Albany, United States - St. Margaret's Center
Description
LPN: Licensed Practical NursePay rates between $ /hour
(based on shift differentials)
Full Time - Part Time - Per Diem
St. Margaret's Center, an affiliate of Center for Disability Services, is a pediatric and young adult 94-bed skilled nursing facility, located in Albany, NY. Founded in 1883, St. Margaret's Center is a skilled nursing facility serving medically fragile infants, children, and young adults on a single dedicated campus. We specialize in providing cutting-edge, long-term, 24-hour intensive medical care in a nurturing and home-like setting.
St. Margaret'sCenter is a place where infants, children and young adults can learn and grow despite any obstacle. We're focused on creating a full childhood experience for every resident, which includes activities, school, family, and friends in a warm atmosphere that feels like home. We see our patients as kids, not conditions.
What Makes St. Margaret's a Great Place to Work?
Requirements for a LPN: Licensed Practical Nurse:
As an affiliate of the Center for Disability Services, working at St. Margaret's Center provides the opportunity to become a part of our Mission. A career with us offers opportunities for those seeking meaningful, impactful, mission-driven work in addition to a rewarding work environment, and competitive benefits to include: