Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care to residents/patients, including medications and treatment administration, documentation, and other therapeutic interventions under the direction of the Director of Nursing/Clinical Director. This position is responsible for providing direction to Nursing Assistants, Resident Assistants, Trained Medication Assistants, and other clinical staff on unit/shift.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to residents/patients within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Responsible for coordination and direction of resident/patient care.
• Captures and coordinates care and services with other departments/providers from the time of admission to discharge.
• Aids Registered Nurse with completion of assessments, documentation, and data collection within scope of practice and acting timely on findings.
• Administers medications and completes treatments as ordered.
• Observes and monitors resident’s condition and reports changes as appropriate.
• Ensures that all physicians’ orders are signed and implemented within specified time frames.
• Maintains safety of all residents/patients and team members.
• Responds appropriately to safety hazards and reports any issues to the appropriate person.
• Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Current LPN licensure in the state in which they are working.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats.
• Basic computer skills.
• Follows all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident’s Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing for the Licensed Practical Nurse program.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Computer proficiency.
• Safety protocols.

Benefits

Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education. Ecumen offers a benefits package based on the number of hours you are regularly scheduled to work including Sick & Safe time, an Employee Assistance Program, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Pay

The targeted pay range for this job is $31.00 - $34.00 per hour.

Schedule

Schedule Options: Part-Time or On Call/PRN
Shift Times: 6a-2:30p, 2p-10:30p, or 10:15p-6:15a.