What are the responsibilities and job description for the LVN/LPN Part-time position at Medilodge of Alpena?
**About MediLodge of Alpena**
MediLodge of Alpena, a 2024 Bronze Award recipient by the American Health Care Association, offers a rewarding career in healthcare. As an LPN with our team, you will make a difference in the lives of our residents and achieve personal fulfillment.
We are the largest provider of skilled nursing, long-term care, and short-term rehabilitation services in Michigan, with 50 centers across the state. Our commitment to compassionate care and employee support is unparalleled.
**Benefits and Opportunities**
We offer a range of benefits and opportunities to help you succeed:
- Department of Labor-approved apprenticeship programs to prepare non-certified staff to become CNAs and mentor nurses along their clinical career path
- Healthcare and Specialty Benefits, including medical coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance, pet insurance, and more
- Flexible pay options, including daily, weekly, or bi-weekly payments and pay advances through UKG Wallet
- Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs
- 401K retirement program
- Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA
**Job Responsibilities**
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) coordinates and provides nursing care for residents, supervises and guides clinical staff members, documents resident conditions and needs, assigns nursing care to team members, and administers medications and treatments as required.
The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN school of nursing with at least one year of experience in nursing. The LPN must be able to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, react decisively in emergency situations, and have knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.