LPN Licensed Practical Nurse
About the role
We are currently seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team of professionals at Life Care Center of Westlake. As an important member of our interdisciplinary team, the LPN delivers quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact and provides care and services to allow patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.
Your role will involve monitoring and reporting changes in the patient’s condition. On a daily basis, you must be able to assign duties, instruct, and provide clinical supervision to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Responsibilities
- Deliver quality nursing care to patients in skilled nursing, long-term care, and dementia units.
- Monitor and report changes in patient conditions.
- Assign duties, instruct, and provide clinical supervision to CNAs.
- Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
- Exhibit excellent customer service and maintain a positive attitude towards patients.
Requirements
- Graduated from an accredited LPN program.
- Currently licensed/registered in the applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
- One (1) year of skilled nursing experience preferred.
- CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.
Skills
- Knowledgeably and competently deliver quality nursing care.
- Strong interpersonal and supervisory skills.
Benefits
- $3 shift differential for all night shift hours worked.
- Sign-on bonus available (inquire for details).
About Us
Life Care Center of Westlake is affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S. We believe in providing our associates with opportunities to help them reach their maximum potential through working with strong multidisciplinary teams.