Job Description

Centra Healthcare is seeking a LPN / LVN Long Term Care for a travel job in Poughkeepsie, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Long Term Care
• Discipline: LPN / LVN
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 37.5 hours per week
• Shift: 7 hours, days, evenings, nights, flexible
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Direct care and support for adults with developmental disabilities
• Assisting with ADLs (Activities of Daily Living):
  • Bathing
  • Dressing
  • Toileting/incontinence care
  • Feeding/meal support
  • Ambulation or transferring support
• Hygiene and cleaning (supporting personal care and sanitary living environment)
• G-tube care (gastrostomy tube)
• Ostomy care (colostomy/ileostomy)
• Medication administration as prescribed by physicians
• Monitoring health status and reporting changes
• Collaborating with RNs and other healthcare professionals
• Supporting a safe, inclusive, and respectful living environment

Experience & Requirements

• Active New York LPN license (unrestricted)
• Prior experience with:
  • Developmentally disabled adults (preferred)
  • G-tube and ostomy care
  • Behavioral or residential care a plus
• Strong understanding of:
  • Person-centered care
  • De-escalation techniques and compassionate communication
• Ability to work in team-based, home-like settings
• CPR/BLS certification (required or willing to obtain)

Schedule

• Shifts vary by residence (often include early morning, evening, and possibly overnight)
• Weekday and weekend coverage may be needed

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Compassionate and patient
• Detail-oriented in clinical documentation
• Comfortable providing hands-on care
• Able to work with individuals who have a wide range of physical, cognitive, and behavioral needs

About Centra: Centra Healthcare Solutions is a nationwide employment firm focusing on talented Nursing professionals. We have many dynamic positions with cutting edge programs throughout the entire United States and various settings to meet each healthcare professional's criteria. Benefits of a Local Contract or Travel Assignment through Centra: Highly competitive pay rates. 401(k) plan. Direct deposit and weekly pay. CEU Reimbursement. A chance to explore new places and new opportunities throughout the United States. The opportunity to make sure that the career you choose is a good fit before committing to a permanent scenario. High coverage of the premiums of a comprehensive health insurance plan. License and medical reimbursement. Housing accommodations or a very competitive tax advantage plan (if you qualify). Flexibility of work schedule, including guaranteed hours (if applicable). Assignment completion bonuses (if applicable). Mileage reimbursement (if applicable).

Job Tags

Weekly pay, Permanent employment, Contract work, Local area, Immediate start, Flexible hours, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work, Afternoon shift, Early shift, Weekday work,

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