Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Pavilion of South Shore is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assumes responsibility and accountability for a group of residents for a shift of duty. This is a collectively bargained position under the union.

• Provides licensed care to assigned residents as ordered by physician and in accordance with facility, federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations
• Provides and receives nursing reports upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours
• Ensures assigned work area (i.e. nurse station, medication cart, medication room, etc.), resident care rooms and treatment areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner
• Directs and supervises the day-to-day certified nursing assistant services for assigned unit to assure care is rendered in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations
• Provides required resident assessments, observations and interventions, reviewing care plans to ensure appropriate care
• Takes and records residents blood pressure and vital signs, administers catheter care, administers IV therapy to residents as ordered within license limitations, and provides respiratory care such as oxygen, nebulizer treatments
• Receives and transcribes physician’s orders to resident’s charts, Kardex/Care Medication Administration Record (MAR), treatment/care plans, as required
• Prepares and administers medications and performs treatments as ordered by the physician
• Charts nurse’s notes in an informative and descriptive manner reflecting the care provided and the resident’s response to the care
• Completes the required forms upon admission, transfer, and/or discharge
• Ensures the resident’s environment is free from accidents and hazards, immediately correcting addressed potential safety risks as prudent and warranted
• Makes written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of shift as required
• Ensures all aspects of resident care plans are implemented and maintained, makes recommendations for care plan changes to the IDT per professional standards
• All other duties, as assigned

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Ability to multi‑task and remain calm under stress
• Analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Understands and follows infection control standards, policies and procedures
• Must be able to adapt to a flexible work schedule and occasional overnight travel
• Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications

• Current CPR Certification required
• Possess a current license to practice in the State as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• 1 year of experience preferred
• Long‑Term care experience preferred

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards; understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• Medical Insurance
• Dental, Vision and Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more

Pavilion Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.