Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Spring Meadows A Villa Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team. Apply now to start a rewarding career.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides licensed care to assigned residents as ordered by physician and in accordance with facility, federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations
• Provides and receives nursing reports upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours
• Ensures assigned work area (i.e. nurse station, medication cart, medication room, etc.), resident care rooms and treatment areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner
• Directs and supervises the day-to-day certified nursing assistant services for assigned unit to assure that care is being rendered in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations
• Provides required resident assessments/observations and interventions, reviewing care plans to ensure appropriate care
• Takes and records residents blood pressure and vital signs, administers catheter care, administers IV therapy to residents as ordered within license limitations, and provides respiratory care, e.g. oxygen, nebulizer treatments
• Receives and transcribes physician’s orders to resident’s charts, Kardex/Care Medication Administration Record (“MAR”), treatment/care plans, as required
• Prepares and administers medications and performs treatments as ordered by the physician
• Charts nurse’s notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident’s response to the care
• Completes the required forms upon admission, transfer, and/or discharge
• Ensures the resident’s environment is as free from accidents and hazards. Immediately corrects/addresses potential safety risks as prudent and warranted
• Makes written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of shift as required
• Ensures that all aspects of resident care plans are implemented and maintained
• Make recommendations for care plan changes to the IDT per professional standards

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to multi-task and remain calm under stress
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Understands and follows infection control standards, policies and procedures
• Must be able to adapt to a flexible work schedule and occasional overnight travel
• Demonstrate basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications

Education and Experience

• Current CPR Certification required
• Possess a current license to practice in the State as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• 1 year of experience preferred
• Long-Term care experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards

Villa Healthcare Benefits

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) participation
• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!

About the Role

Villa Healthcare is dedicated to personalized, integrated care that considers the total well-being of every guest and their family members. Our B.E.T.T.E.R. Service Excellence Code of Conduct guides how we show up every day, fostering a culture of collaboration, trust, and growth.

Benefits

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) participation
• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!

Schedule

Villa Healthcare offers a flexible work schedule and occasional overnight travel opportunities.

Pay

Villa Healthcare provides competitive compensation and benefits packages tailored to meet the needs of our team members.