What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Dexter Health Care?
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About Us
Dexter Health Care is a 53 bed full service Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facility. We offer specialized professional levels of care and support for residents including Short-Stay Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Care, and Long Term Care services that are delivered by an experienced, thoughtful and professional staff who follow evidence based clinical best practices designed to promote health and safety and a commitment to deliver the highest level of care. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, Dexter Health Care house follows in First Atlantic's long reputation for excellence in Long Term Care.
Opportunities available for all levels of experience,
including new Licensed Practical Nurse grads!
LPN Job Summary
LPNs work under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON) and record all resident interactions to develop thorough documentation about their care. They help prepare residents for procedures and assist with routine recovery care after initial treatment. LPNs usually work with several residents at once and administer care according to a schedule, upholding medical routines and procedures.
Responsibilities and duties include but not limited to:
- Monitor resident’s vitals and record them in their file
- Maintain the cleanliness and comfort of each resident, including bathing, feeding and dressing
- Assist nursing and medical staff with basic medical tasks, such as administering medication
- Update resident records in a confidential manner
- Evaluate the resident’s wellbeing, reporting any needs to medical staff
- Explain treatments and procedures to resident and families
- Change dressings and bandages, ensuring residents are healing properly
- Move residents from wheelchairs, beds and gurneys
Requirements:
- Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
- Currently licensed as an LPN in Maine.
As a member of the First Atlantic Healthcare family you will benefit from:
- A unique competitive compensation structure
- Flexible shifts to support work/life balance
- Comprehensive benefits for full time, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
- Robust shift differentials $2.00 - $6.00 per hour
- Relocation Assistance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with employer contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement to support career growth
As part of a strong clinical team, providing amazing care and support to our Residents, we invest in your future and allow for the ability to grow and build a career with us.
For over 30 years, First Atlantic Healthcare has been committed to the care and improvement of our residents by delivery individualized, high quality, cost effective healthcare services throughout the state of Maine. We have invested in the rebuilding and updating of all skilled nursing, skilled rehabilitation, long term care and assisted living facilities statewide that demonstrate First Atlantic’s commitment to providing all of Maine with dignified, modern healthcare that centers on the patient experience.
Salary : $2 - $6
