LPN Long Term Care (LTC), Float

About the role

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) providing professional nursing care to residents of all ages in long-term care settings under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Providing professional nursing care to residents of all ages in long-term care settings under supervision.
• Performing assessments, administering medications and treatments, and ensuring residents' health, comfort, and safety.
• Documenting care, medication, behavior, activity, and dietary interactions.
• Recognizing problems, recommending solutions, and responding effectively to emergent situations.
• Counseling residents and family members on prevention and treatment plans, and developing self-care programs.
• Collaborating with healthcare professionals as part of an interdisciplinary team and maintaining confidentiality.
• Providing technical support and contributing to resident evaluations.
• Ensuring quality resident care, safety, and comfort; maintaining accurate documentation; collaborating with team members; and upholding professional standards and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program; associate degree preferred.
• Current unencumbered LPN license with multi-state privileges.
• Experience or clinical hours across the lifespan; minimum of 400 hours as LPN preferred.
• Knowledge of resident education principles and ability to work effectively with residents, families, and healthcare team.
• For positions requiring IV therapy, completion of approved IV therapy training.
• Must be at least 18 years old and complete ongoing CEUs and competency training.