What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at The Laurels of Salisbury Careers?
Make a Difference in Someone's Life Every Day
As a nurse with The Laurels of Salisbury, you will work as part of a team providing skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation care to our valued guests.
The Laurels of Salisbury offers an exceptional employee benefits package that includes:
- Comprehensive health insurance - medical, dental, and vision
- 401K with matching funds
- DailyPay, a voluntary benefit that allows associates access to their pay when needed
- Paid time off (beginning after six months of employment) and paid holidays
- Flexible scheduling
- Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness
- Zero-cost uniforms
You will join an experienced, hard-working team that values communication and collaboration.
Responsibilities
The 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.
Qualifications
- 1-3 years of experience in a long-term care setting preferred
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in the state
- CPR certification
