LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Overview
Salary: $27.60 / hr - $41.28 / hr
Pay Rate: $27.60 -$41.28 /hour (based on experience)
Per Diem Rate: $33.60 / hour
Apply here for Full-Time, Part-Time & Per Diem opportunities
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Elderwood LPN Benefits (must Qualify)
- Weekly pay
- Flexible 8, 10, 12, and 16-hour shifts (day, evening, overnight options)
- Shift differentials (earn an additional $2.25/hour)
- Gas Allowance Stipend and Ferry reimbursement for eligible commuters
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Employee referral bonus program
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid Time Off & holiday package
- Full suite of health benefits (medical, dental, vision, and more)
Position Overview
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are essential members of our interdisciplinary care team, responsible for managing the daily clinical needs of residents and sub-acute patients. This role provides the opportunity to deliver skilled nursing care in a supportive, home-like environment.
Responsibilities
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse: Administer medications and treatments to assigned residents as ordered by physician and utilizing the five rights as applicable.
Direct and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.
Assist Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
Report to Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge Nurse Supervisor unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.
Follow the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in implementation of the care plan.
Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets.
Document as applicable in the care plans, Nursing Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required records.
Qualifications
- Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a Vermont (VT) license required.
- LPN Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.
- Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel required.
- Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.
- Caring, respectful attitude towards residents required.
- Physical stamina for constant activity required.
- Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.