About This Position
Under new management!
Improved benefits!
12 Hour shifts
Holiday rotation
Every other weekend
Position Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and quality nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting. The LPN assists with implementing care plans, administering medications and treatments, monitoring resident health, and communicating changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals. The LPN promotes resident dignity, independence, comfort, and overall well-being while following facility policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care to residents according to their individualized care plans.
Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and state regulations.
Monitor and document residents’ conditions, vital signs, and responses to treatments.
Recognize and promptly report changes in resident condition to the physician, Director of Nursing, or appropriate supervisor.
Perform nursing procedures within the scope of the LPN license.
Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and resident assessments as assigned.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical records and documentation.
Provide wound care and other treatments as ordered and within the scope of practice.
Support residents with activities of daily living as needed and coordinate care with nursing assistants.
Respond promptly to resident call lights, emergencies, and other requests for assistance.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and members of the interdisciplinary care team.
Protect resident privacy and maintain confidentiality of all medical and personal information.
Staff Supervision and Coordination
Provide direction and guidance to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and other assigned nursing staff.
Delegate duties appropriately according to staff training, competency, and applicable regulations.
Monitor the completion and quality of assigned resident care.
Report staffing concerns, resident care issues, and incidents to the appropriate supervisor.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and respectful communication among staff members.
Documentation and Communication
Complete required charting, medication administration records, treatment records, and incident reports accurately and timely.
Document changes in resident condition, interventions, and responses to care.
Communicate important resident information during shift reports and care transitions.
Follow facility procedures for reporting medication errors, falls, injuries, and other unusual occurrences.
Safety and Compliance
Maintain compliance with facility policies, infection prevention procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Follow proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE), and other infection control practices.
Maintain a safe environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
Protect residents’ rights and report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or misappropriation of resident property in accordance with reporting requirements.
Follow emergency procedures and participate in required training and drills.
Maintain current LPN licensure and required certifications.
Leadership Expectations
Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, patience, and respect in all interactions.
Serve as a positive role model for nursing staff.
Encourage resident choice, dignity, independence, and participation in care decisions.
Maintain effective communication with the nursing leadership team.
Participate in staff education, quality improvement activities, and facility meetings as assigned.
Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of licensure and applicable regulations.
Qualifications
Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment.
Current CPR certification, as required by the facility.
Knowledge of medication administration, nursing procedures, infection control, and resident rights.
Strong communication, organization, documentation, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Work is performed in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
Position may require prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, and assisting with resident mobility.
Ability to assist with resident transfers and repositioning using appropriate equipment and assistance.
Ability to respond to emergencies and perform essential job duties safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Pay: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Improved benefits!
12 Hour shifts
Holiday rotation
Every other weekend
Position Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing safe, compassionate, and quality nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting. The LPN assists with implementing care plans, administering medications and treatments, monitoring resident health, and communicating changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals. The LPN promotes resident dignity, independence, comfort, and overall well-being while following facility policies and applicable state and federal regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Provide direct nursing care to residents according to their individualized care plans.
Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, facility policies, and state regulations.
Monitor and document residents’ conditions, vital signs, and responses to treatments.
Recognize and promptly report changes in resident condition to the physician, Director of Nursing, or appropriate supervisor.
Perform nursing procedures within the scope of the LPN license.
Assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and resident assessments as assigned.
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical records and documentation.
Provide wound care and other treatments as ordered and within the scope of practice.
Support residents with activities of daily living as needed and coordinate care with nursing assistants.
Respond promptly to resident call lights, emergencies, and other requests for assistance.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and members of the interdisciplinary care team.
Protect resident privacy and maintain confidentiality of all medical and personal information.
Staff Supervision and Coordination
Provide direction and guidance to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and other assigned nursing staff.
Delegate duties appropriately according to staff training, competency, and applicable regulations.
Monitor the completion and quality of assigned resident care.
Report staffing concerns, resident care issues, and incidents to the appropriate supervisor.
Promote teamwork, accountability, and respectful communication among staff members.
Documentation and Communication
Complete required charting, medication administration records, treatment records, and incident reports accurately and timely.
Document changes in resident condition, interventions, and responses to care.
Communicate important resident information during shift reports and care transitions.
Follow facility procedures for reporting medication errors, falls, injuries, and other unusual occurrences.
Safety and Compliance
Maintain compliance with facility policies, infection prevention procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Follow proper hand hygiene, personal protective equipment (PPE), and other infection control practices.
Maintain a safe environment for residents, visitors, and staff.
Protect residents’ rights and report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, or misappropriation of resident property in accordance with reporting requirements.
Follow emergency procedures and participate in required training and drills.
Maintain current LPN licensure and required certifications.
Leadership Expectations
Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, patience, and respect in all interactions.
Serve as a positive role model for nursing staff.
Encourage resident choice, dignity, independence, and participation in care decisions.
Maintain effective communication with the nursing leadership team.
Participate in staff education, quality improvement activities, and facility meetings as assigned.
Perform other related duties as assigned within the scope of licensure and applicable regulations.
Qualifications
Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment.
Current CPR certification, as required by the facility.
Knowledge of medication administration, nursing procedures, infection control, and resident rights.
Strong communication, organization, documentation, and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Work is performed in a long-term care or skilled nursing facility.
Position may require prolonged standing and walking, bending, reaching, and assisting with resident mobility.
Ability to assist with resident transfers and repositioning using appropriate equipment and assistance.
Ability to respond to emergencies and perform essential job duties safely, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Pay: $27.00 - $33.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36.0 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
