LPN (8a-8p)

Job Description

We are looking for a compassionate or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team.

Summary:
Coordinates and provides nursing care for skilled nursing facility residents and provides supervision and guidance to clinical staff members. Scope of work may be modified by state specific rules under the Nurse Practice Act.

Licenses/Certification:

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in Ohio.
• Valid CPR certification.

Experience:

• One year experience in nursing preferred

Essential Functions:

• Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs.
• Accurately and promptly implements physicians’ orders.
• Assigns nursing care to team members in accordance with the resident’s needs and the person’s capabilities and qualifications.
• Supervises, directs and evaluates junior staff members and STNAs.
• Administers medications and performs treatments for assigned residents, and documents that treatment as required by Company, and local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
• Assists physicians with special tests and procedures within the scope of state specified Nursing Practice Act.
• Ensures that supplies are utilized economically and that equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents.
• Coordinates nursing care of residents.
• Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in residents.
• Supervises nursing unit, which includes directing the nursing staff to extent permitted by state practice act.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Promotes interpersonal relationships and develops staff morale
• Assures that inventory and supplies are maintained on the unit and communicates need for housekeeping, maintenance or dietary assistance.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $31.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Geriatrics
• Hospice & Palliative Medicine
• Wound Care

Physical Setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• LPN License (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $31 - $35