LPN

Position Summary- FULL TIME DAY AND NIGHT SHIFT LPN

Performs the functions of licensed Practical Nurse in reassessing, planning, implementing and evaluating the nursing care for Inpatient rehabilitation Unit of adult patients (18 years and older) for an assigned shift. The LPN is responsible for adhering to all Standards of Nursing Practice as they apply to managing supplies and equipment under the direction of the Charge Nurse.

Position Education / Qualifications

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Essential Duties: Indicated by bold print within performance standards, preceding individual numbered criteria.

Physical Requirements: The position requires a considerable amount of physical work not to exceed 50 pounds. Any work load exceeding 50 pounds will require assistance. The individual will be required to pull up or reposition patients in bed, lift supplies, place equipment on supports, push beds throughout the hospital, and perform external cardiac compressions. The individual must be able to bend over to perform certain duties. The individual must also be able to maneuver throughout halls, stairways and patient rooms in response to hospital emergencies. In the event there is a need to evacuate the building, heavy lifting will be required to carry patients to safety. A significant amount of writing is required. Trips to various departments will be required.

Working Conditions: The individual spends over 95% of their time in an air conditioned environment with varying exposure to noise. There is protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. The position does have heavy exposure to infectious body fluids from patients and some minimal exposure to noxious smells from cleansing agents.

Personal Protective Equipment: This position requires high exposure to infectious wastes such as blood and body fluids that mandate the wearing of gloves, masks, gowns and goggles for every actual or potential exposure.

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Environment:

• Inpatient

Relocation Assistance Provided:

• No

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Medical-Surgical

Physical Setting:

• Rehabilitation center

Supplemental Pay:

• Differential pay
• Overtime pay

Work Location: In person