What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN position at Merry Wood Lodge Center?
About Us
We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. At Genesis Healthcare, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference.
Our Mission
To enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse delivers efficient and effective nursing care while achieving positive clinical outcomes and patient/family satisfaction under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate patients/residents to collect data, observe condition and report changes in condition.
- Contribute to nursing assessments and care planning.
- Administer medications and performs treatments per physician orders.
- Supervise and monitor patient care provided by unlicensed staff.
Qualifications:
- Must be a graduate of an approved school for practical or vocational nursing.
- Must be currently licensed by the State Board of Nursing or pending licensed practical nurse licensure.
- Must maintain current BLS/CPR certification if employed at a skilled nursing center or as required by the state of practice if an assisted living facility.
Benefits:
- Variable compensation plans
- Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
- Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
- Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
- Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive (DEI) workplace with DEI committee
- Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
Voluntary Insurances:
- Pet Insurance
- Term and Whole Life Insurance
- Short-term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity
- Personal Accident
- Critical Illness
- Cancer Coverage
Nursing Tuition Assistance Program
Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
