Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at J.F. Hawkins Nursing Home coordinates and provides nursing care for residents and supervises and guides clinical staff members.

Responsibilities

• Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs.
• Accurately and promptly implements physicians’ orders.
• Sets up nursing care for team members according to the resident's needs and their capabilities and qualifications.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates junior staff members and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
• Administers medications and performs treatments for assigned residents, and documents these treatments as required by the company, and local, state, and federal rules and regulations.
• Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
• Ensures that supplies are used efficiently and equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents.
• Collaborates with other departments to coordinate nursing care for residents during therapy or procedures.
• Interviews applicants and recommends hiring decisions.
• Participates in counseling, disciplinary actions, and terminations of staff, to the extent permitted by state practice acts.
• Schedules and directs the nursing staff to the extent permitted by state practice acts.
• Maintains inventory and supplies on the unit and communicates the need for housekeeping, maintenance, or dietary assistance.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN school of nursing.
• Valid LPN/LVN license in the state employed.
• Valid CPR certification.
• One year experience in nursing preferred.

Qualifications

• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Skills

• Directing and motivating the workforce.
• Cooperating as a team member.
• Communicating effectively.
• Reacting decisively in emergencies.
• Training clinical staff.
• Maintaining confidentiality.

Benefits

• Medical benefits through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options.
• Benefits concierge service.
• Pet insurance options.
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Unlimited referral bonuses.

Pay

$30-$35.50 per hour wage calculation based on experience and shift.

Schedule

Shifts available: Day and Night shifts.