What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse LPN- Evening Shift position at Merriam Gardens Healthcare & Rehab Center?
Merriam Gardens Healthcare & Rehab Center -
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
We are looking for the best Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNs) to provide exceptional care to our residents. Come join our amazing team of healthcare professionals!
5,000 Sign on Bonus
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Shift differential and mod comp bonuses
New hire welcome gift package
1,000 staff referral reward program
150 awarded during your initial 90-days, $100 on your annual work anniversary & $100 on your birthday
Tuition Reimbursement Program, Paid Career Advancement Program & Mentorship Program – we will subsidize the cost for you to become a CMA, CMT, LPN or RN!
Paid time off
Health, dental, vision, disability & life insurances available
401k program
Employee appreciation events
And so much more!
To qualify for the position, you will need :
Certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
A caring & loving personality and demeanor
Leadership and mentorship skills
The ability to work your scheduled shift
The ability to read, write & speak English
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) you are responsible for providing exceptional nursing care in accordance with our policies and procedures. You will have all of the training, support, tools & equipment you need to provide the highest degree of quality care. Our team of nursing care professionals & mentors will be by your side every day, including a Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nursing and Administrator.
Your responsibilities will include :
Enhancing the clinical care and quality of life of our residents. And ensuring that all resident rights are protected.
Preparing and administering medications as ordered by the physician.
Checking all residents daily to ensure that prescribed treatment is being properly administered by nursing personnel / assistants and to evaluate their physical and emotional status.
Keeping the RN Supervisor informed about the status of residents, staff and related matters.
Implementing recommended changes as directed by the RN Supervisor or the Director of Nurses.
Administering professional services such as : catheterization, tube feeding, suction, applying and changing dressings / bandages, packs, colostomy and drainage bags, taking blood, sputum, and urine specimens, etc., as established by the facility’s policies and procedures.
Completing all Licensed Practical Nurse LPN required record keeping forms / charts upon the resident’s admission, discharge, transfer, etc. File in the resident’s chart and / or forward to the appropriate department.
Giving and receiving nursing reports upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours.
Investigating complaints and grievances and making necessary oral / written reports to the RN Supervisor or Director of Nurses.
Presenting in a professional image to residents and families through dress, behavior and speech.
Adhering to our policies and standards.
Come work somewhere awesome!
Salary : $100
