Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Rehabilitation
Lifepoint Health® · Louisville, KY · Yesterday
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
About the role
The Nurse Manager oversees nursing operations within an assigned unit, supervising staff, adhering to clinical policies, and collaborating with leadership to optimize patient care.
Responsibilities
- Supervise nursing staff and ensure adherence to clinical policies and standards.
- Collaborate with leadership to optimize patient care delivery.
- Administer medications safely, accurately, and based on patient age and clinical condition.
- Minimize potential for medication errors by following proper medication administration procedures.
- Assist the RN with initial and reassessments per policy.
- Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
- Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision.
- Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.
- Achieve patient pain management goals using appropriate techniques and educate patients and families.
- Assess and reassess pain; develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs.
- Perform all patient care tasks in a manner that promotes patient safety and reduces medical errors.
- Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- LPN license required.
- Basic Life Support certification is required within 30 days of hire.
- CPR/BLS certification required.
- IV certification highly preferred or must be obtained within 6 months.
- Minimum of six months of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) license required.
Skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
- Proficiency in clinical documentation and compliance with regulatory standards.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage, financial protection, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
Pay
Competitive compensation package with potential for higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance, and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Schedule
Full Time Days schedule.