LPN - (Acute), Fulltime 6pm-630am, $25.61-$35.90, Sign on Bonus - Shift Diff $3.00-$5.00

About the role

As an LPN Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for the organization, coordination, and evaluation of direct nursing care for assigned patients. You will play a key role in promoting a safe, therapeutic, and patient-focused environment while supporting our mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct resident care except as prohibited by the Nurse Practice Act of Colorado or and Federal, State or VA regulation.
• Complete resident observations in accordance with education and training. Consult with RN regarding any abnormalities or concerns.
• Actively seeks to assure resident confidentiality, rights and privacy by upholding HIPAA regulations and other governing rules associated with the facility.
• Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
• Provide guidance and support to other assigned staff members working in the area.
• Monitor, record and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions; reports appropriately to the RN/Charge Nurse.
• Participate in care planning for individual residents and the evaluation and documentation of the results of the plan.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment by monitoring all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
• Prepare patients for and assist with examinations and treatments.
• Perform routine skin assessments with complete documentation and wound assessment as indicated.
• Review medication records for completeness, accuracy in the transcription of physical orders and adherence to stop order policies.
• Assume responsibility for resident advocacy in resolving conflicts involving the physician and others involved in the resident care.
• Perform other functions as required to fulfill the expectations of the LPN.

Requirements

• Valid state license as an LPN.
• Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification.
• Two years work experience in direct nursing care is required.
• Computer application work experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge, skill and understanding of nurse role in a critical care facility.
• Knowledge of gerontology, rehabilitative or psychiatric nursing.
• Ability to operate general office equipment including computer software applications (e.g., e-mail, surveillance equipment/cameras, scheduling software, accessing required documents).
• Demonstrated ability to recognize and respond to opportunities for improvement through continual learning, changes in approach based on situation and professional practice behavior.
• Knowledge of care-based practices (creating care plans, leading team meetings).
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with the public, other agencies, employees and administration.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)
• Medical including telehealth options
• Dental and vision benefits
• Basic Life Insurance and AD&D (employer paid)
• Supplemental Life/AD&D
• Paid Time Off
• Short-term disability, Cancer Protection Assurance, Accidental, Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Cafeteria Meal Discount
• Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)

Pay

Pay Range: $25.61-$35.90 per hour based on experience and qualifications (eligible for shift differentials).

Schedule

Shift Differentials: Weekday Nights - Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday - 7:00 pm - 7:00 am - $3.00 per hour Weekend Days - Saturday, Sunday - 7:00 am - 7:00 pm - $3.50 per hour Weekend Nights - Friday, Saturday, Sunday - 7:00 pm - 7:00 am - $5.00 per hour

Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)
• Medical including telehealth options
• Dental and vision benefits
• Basic Life Insurance and AD&D (employer paid)
• Supplemental Life/AD&D
• Paid Time Off
• Short-term disability, Cancer Protection Assurance, Accidental, Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Cafeteria Meal Discount
• Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)

Sign-on Bonus

$3,000