What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Christian Park Healthcare Center?
Make a Difference in Someone's Life Every Day
As a licensed practical nurse (LPN) with Christian Park Healthcare Center, you will work as part of a team providing skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation care to our valued guests. If you have patience, compassion, and a desire to care for others in a gentle and empathetic way, this role may be perfect for you.
We take care of you too, with an attractive benefit package including: Competitive pay, life insurance, 401K with matching funds, health insurance, AFLAC, employee discounts, and tuition reimbursement. You will join an experienced, hard-working team that values strong teamwork abilities.
Responsibilities
- The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plans, coordinates, provides, and manages nursing care services and health education to nursing home guests.
- Supervise the care/services provided by Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)/State-Tested Nursing Assistants (STNA) and other team members who care for guests.
- Provide safe and accurate medication-related interventions to guests.
- Assess the health of guests and notify the physician of changes in status. Promptly implement new orders.
- Select and institute appropriate nursing interventions to stabilize a guest's condition and/or prevent complications.
- Contribute to the guest's assessment (MDS/CAAs) and the development of a plan of care.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the state.
- CPR certification.
About Christian Park Healthcare Center
We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. If you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way, Christian Park Healthcare Center is the place for you.
