What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Greenlife Healthcare Staffing?
Licensed Practical Nurse- Radcliff, KY (#R10007)
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our emergency staff in Radcliff, KY. The LPN will provide high-quality nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician, supporting residents’ health and well-being while ensuring compliance with clinical and safety protocols.
Schedule of the Licensed Practical Nurse:
- This is a Full-time position.
Responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse:
- Observe and care for ill, injured, or infirm residents within the scope of education and clinical skills.
- Collect nursing assessment data and report findings to supervising RNs or physicians.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, explaining their purposes, dosages, and possible side effects.
2. Medication and Treatment:
- Accept, account for, and manage prescription drugs and related paraphernalia.
- Collect, label, and record specimens (sputum, urine, stool) for laboratory analysis.
- Monitor residents for changes in condition, such as skin breakdown, and report as necessary.
3. Supervision and Education:
- Supervise unlicensed assistive personnel in resident care activities.
- Teach and delegate nursing care activities to others.
- Update resident representatives and family members on changes in the resident's condition.
4. Documentation and Communication:
- Accurately document pertinent medical information in residents’ clinical records.
- Communicate effectively with residents, family members, and other healthcare team members.
- Report unusual incidents involving staff or residents to the supervisor.
5. Team Collaboration and Emergency Response:
- Participate in emergency drills and respond to facility emergencies.
- Assist medical and other professional staff in providing care.
- Serve as a member of the resident’s individual treatment team.
6. Infection Control and Safety:
- Utilize standard infection control procedures at all times.
- Accept assignments in various neighborhoods per shift as necessary to maintain staffing levels.
About Greenlife Healthcare Staffing:
Greenlife Healthcare Staffing is a nationwide recruitment agency, matching both new graduates and experienced practitioners with opportunities in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, multi-specialty groups, and private practices.
- Must have an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Kentucky.
- The salary for this position is $28/hr.
- Sick days
- Health insurance
- Matching 401k
Salary : $28
