LPN - LTC - Loysville

About the role

Experience the charm and tranquility of Loysville, PA, while making a meaningful impact in the lives of long-term care patients. This role offers the chance to work in a supportive environment, providing essential care and fostering a rewarding career. If you are passionate about patient care, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage patient care according to each patient’s needs.
• Interview patients and record their medical history and physical condition.
• Obtain patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration.
• Provide routine care for patients; observe patients’ health; assist with patient comfort.
• Assist physicians and registered nurses; prepare specimens for lab courier.
• Provide wound care; prepare and administer injections and/or enemas; monitor catheters.
• Direct clinical care and triage: Provide nursing care, administer first-aid, triage medical/dental/psychiatric issues, and handle medication/treatment administration.
• Compliance & Documentation: Maintain detailed medical records, transcribe practitioner orders, and adhere strictly to the Pennsylvania Professional Nurse Law and Commonwealth/BJJS policies.
• Incident Reporting: Required to complete official reports (JJACS) for significant incidents, including off-ground medical treatments, injuries, suicide gestures, or alleged abuse.
• Coordination: Manage health appointments, off-site referrals, and clear communication between facility staff, residents, and healthcare providers.

Requirements

• Completion of state-approved LPN program.
• Current LPN license for the state that you are working in (or willingness to obtain).
• Minimum 2 years of LPN experience required.
• BLS certification from the American Heart Association.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Active and valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Comfort and resilience working in a secure, 24/7 juvenile residential facility.
• Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills for safety documentation and medical reporting.