Job description

POSITION TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

DEPARTMENT: Nursing

REPORTS TO: Director of Nursing and other RN managers.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Work with physicians, implementing orders for medications, treatments and special tests. Supervise LPNs and C.N.A., providing them with support in order that they may provide total nursing care for residents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

• Utilize the nursing process to assess resident care plans, implement interventions, and evaluate outcomes related to nursing care
• Assist with team conferences to develop individualized nursing care plans; assess and document resident’s condition and nursing needs; assign team members who have the capabilities and qualifications to meet resident’s needs
• Implement physicians’ orders; administer medications, start IVs, preform treatments, procedures and special tests and document treatment as required by company policy and local/state/federal rules and regulations
• Ensure supplies are used economically and equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner
• Coordinate nursing care of residents scheduled for therapy of procedures by other departments
• Report and record observations and reactions regarding residents
• Assist or institute emergency measures for sudden adverse developments
• Perform Additional duties as assigned

EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:

Must be skilled in directing, motivating and training staff and able to work as a member of a team; able to communicate effectively with residents, family members and all levels of the organization and maintain confidentiality. Should be a graduate of an accredited RN School of Nursing with a valid RN state license, and a minimum of 2 years nursing experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Compensation adjusted and reflected based on years of experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• Rotating weekends
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees are required to wear a mask and goggles to follow the CMS guidelines.

License/Certification:

• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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