What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weekend Care Assistant - Licensed Practical Nurse position at Cottage of the Shoals?
Weekend Care Assistant - Licensed Practical Nurse
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated licensed practical nurse (LPN) to join our team for weekend shifts. As a valued member of our care team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care while promoting a positive and supportive work environment.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated licensed practical nurse (LPN) to join our team for weekend shifts. As a valued member of our care team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care while promoting a positive and supportive work environment.
About This Opportunity
This part-time opportunity is ideal for those looking to balance work and personal responsibilities. You will be responsible for providing nursing care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse, including evaluating patients, contributing to care planning, administering medications, and supervising patient care.
This role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients/residents to collect data, observe condition and report changes in condition
- Contribute to nursing assessments and care planning
- Administer medications and performs treatments per physician orders
- Supervise and monitor patient care provided by unlicensed staff
Qualifications
- Must be a graduate of an approved school for practical or vocational nursing
- Must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing or pending licensed practical nurse licensure
- Must maintain current BLS/CPR certification if employed at a skilled nursing center or as required by the state of practice if an assisted living facility
Benefits
- Tuition Discounts
- Travel Discounts
- Wireless Service Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Foundation
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Company-paid Life Insurance
- 401K Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Nursing Tuition Assistance Program
