Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

We Offer

• 401k with Employer Match
• On-the-Job Training
• Above Industry Starting Pay
• Free Uniforms
• Benefits after first calendar month of employment
• Paid Holidays
• Paid CPR Training and Certification
• A Career, not just a job - Room to grow and advance within the company

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to residents and supervises nursing assistants to ensure high-quality care in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Key responsibilities include planning and overseeing daily nursing activities, administering medications, completing required documentation, and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee daily nursing activities
• Administer medications as ordered by the physician
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-departmental personnel
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis
• Receive and give the nursing report upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours
• Assist in all aspects of a resident’s daily life, including activities of daily living, meal service, and social engagement
• Appropriately communicate with clinical leadership when a resident’s needs change
• Know how to approach and care for residents with dementia
• Willing to take on other duties and assignments within the scope of your knowledge and experience

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a current unencumbered state license
• Knowledgeable of nursing & medical practices & procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities
• Experience in Long Term Care is preferred
• Willing to take additional training or education, which specific states may require
• CPR and First Aid certifications are required
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable while handling multiple priorities
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication
• Competent in organizational and time management skills
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Physical Demands

• Required to sit, stand, bend, and walk intermittently throughout the workday
• Lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
• May include health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical & physical examination
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations
• Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate