What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at The Laurels of Dekalb?
12 Hour Night Shift AvailableWant to 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. If you have patience, compassion and a desire to care for guests in a gentle and empathetic way, you will love this role.The Laurels of Dekalb offers one of the leading employee benefit packages in the industry. This includes : Comprehensive health insurance - medical, dental and vision401K with matching fundsDaily 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 holidaysFlexible schedulingTuition reimbursement and student loan forgivenessFree CNA / STNA certificationZero cost uniformsLegacy - our new virtual community and rewards & recognitions programWhen you work with Laurel Health Care Company, you will join an experienced, hard-working team that values communication and collaboration.Why just work when you can help shape a legacy?ResponsibilitiesThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plans, coordinates, provides and manages 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.Qualifications1-3 years of experience in a long-term care setting preferredCurrent Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the stateCPR certification Ciena HealthcareWe are 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. If you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way.IND123
