Admissions Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN)

About the role

The position is part-time with a wage range of $35-40.62 per hour, with benefits including vacation, 6 paid holidays, 1 personal day, and paid sick leave. Medical, dental, vision, and Health Savings Account (HSA) options are available, along with a 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality care to patients during the admission and readmission process in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
• Provide hands on assessment care to patients during the admissions process.
• Effectively communicate assessment findings with physicians.
• Knowledgeable and competently deliver quality nursing care to patients.
• Evaluate patients' needs assessment and initiate care plans upon patient admission and readmission.
• Accurately receive, document, and transcribe physician orders.
• Communicate orders to others timely to ensure timely receipt of medications and order implementation.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Attended an accredited LPN program.
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State.
• Maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge in field of practice.
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility.
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department.
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation.
• Maintain professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information.
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures.
• Display integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’s Code of Conduct and completing mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training.