What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at The Laurels of Dekalb Careers?
12 Hour Night Shift Available
Make a difference in someone's life every day as a nurse with The Laurels of DeKalb. You will work as part of a team providing skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation care to our valued guests.
We are looking for individuals with patience, compassion and a desire to care for guests in a gentle and empathetic way.
Our employee benefit package includes:
- Comprehensive health insurance - medical, dental and vision
- 401K with matching funds
- Daily Pay - a voluntary benefit that allows associates at our facilities the ability to access their pay when they need it.
- Paid time off (beginning after six months of employment) and paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness
- Free CNA/STNA certification
- Zero cost uniforms
- Lifestyle - our new virtual community and rewards & recognitions program
When you work with Laurel Health Care Company, you will join an experienced, hard-working team that values communication and collaboration.
Shape a legacy by making a positive impact on the lives of our guests.
Responsibilities
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will plan, coordinate, provide and manage nursing care services and health education to nursing home guests.
- Supervise the care/services provided by Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)/State-Tested Nursing Assistants (STNA) and other team members who care for guests.
- Provide safe and accurate medication-related interventions to guests.
- Assess the health of guests and notify the physician of changes in status. Promptly implement new orders.
- Select and institute appropriate nursing interventions to stabilize a guest's condition and/or prevent complications.
- Contribute to the guest's assessment (MDS/CAA's) and the development of a plan of care.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of experience in a long-term care setting preferred
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the state
- CPR certification
Laurel Health Care Company is a national organization of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative, and assisted living providers dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care in five states including Michigan, Ohio, Virginia, North Carolina, and Indiana.
We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them.
