What are the responsibilities and job description for the Healthcare Professional - Patient Care and Support position at Lehigh Commons?
About Lehigh Commons
We are dedicated to delivering high-quality care and exceptional service. Our collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment values every team member and empowers them to make a difference.
Job Overview
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will be responsible for evaluating patients/residents, collecting data, observing conditions, and reporting changes in condition. You will contribute to nursing assessments and care planning, administer medications and perform treatments per physician orders, and supervise and monitor patient care provided by unlicensed staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Evaluate patients/residents to collect data and report changes in condition.
- Contribute to comprehensive nursing assessments and care planning.
- Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Supervise and monitor the delivery of patient care by unlicensed staff.
Qualifications and Requirements
- A graduate degree from an approved school for practical or vocational nursing.
- CURRENTLY licensed by the State Board of Nursing or pending LPN licensure.
- Maintain current BLS/CPR certification if employed at a skilled nursing center or as required by state practice if working in an assisted living facility.
What We Offer
- Tuition, travel, and wireless service discounts to support your personal and professional growth.
- An Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being.
- The Employee Foundation provides financial assistance during unforeseen hardships.
- A diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture with a DEI committee promoting diversity and inclusion.
- Comprehensive benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, and Paid Time Off.
In addition to these benefits, we also offer several voluntary insurances:
- Pet Insurance
- Term and Whole Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity
- Personal Accident
- Critical Illness
- Cancer Coverage
Nursing Tuition Assistance Program available. Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law, and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
Posted Salary Range
USD $25.00 - USD $26.50/Hr.
Salary : $25 - $27
