What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN position at New Vista of the Bluegrass Inc?
LPNs receive a $1,500 Sign On Bonus!
If you are a mission-driven, compassionate professional with a passion for helping adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their best life, we have a place on our team for you!
Oakwood’s team of nurses work in collaboration on our beautiful campus-style setting. LPNs work with RNs to perform nursing delegated duties in the care of ill or injured residents. They will prepare, administer, and chart medication, give injections, administer G-tube feedings and care, and accept and account for drugs and equipment. LPNs will explain medication purposes, dosages, and possible side effects to residents and others. They will gather preliminary medical information from resident for physicians, and report unusual incidents with staff or residents. LPNs schedule residents to see the physician and assists in these examinations. They take temperatures, pulses, and respirations and record on residents' charts.
LPNs receive a $1,500 Retention Bonus after 1 year!
Requirements:
• Licensed Practical Nurse diploma
• Licensed Practical Nurse license issued by the Kentucky Board of Nursing or a state Nursing Board in the “Compact State Agreement”
• Valid driver’s license, reliable operating transportation and proof of current auto insurance
• Ability to meet criminal background, drug screening standards, and COVID-19 vaccine standards
Our employees experience all the benefits of working for a company that values their employees by providing an industry leading incentive and benefits package:
• Competitive pay commensurate with education and experience
• 7 weeks paid leave time in your first year
• FREE Onsight Primary Care Clinic for employees and their dependents
• Health, Vision and Dental insurance
• Numerous opportunities for company paid CEU
• Tuition assistance up to $5,000 per year
• Retirement savings through KRS Pension Plan and 401K
• Company paid Life and AD&D insurance at 1.5 times your annual salary
• Employee Assistance, Wellness, Perks and more!
Apply today and take your career to the next level!
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Salary : $5,000
