Licensed Practical Nurse

East Longmeadow Skilled Nursing Center, East Longmeadow, MA 01028, USA

Pay or shift range: $35 USD to $40 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

We are looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our caring, compassionate team. Nurses plan, monitor, and provide nursing care to the residents within the facility, ensuring the utmost in competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all residents.

Weekly pay, Day 1 low‑cost benefits, 403(b) retirement plan, Generous PTO, career advancement opportunities, and a stepping‑stone program (pay for RN tuition). Sign‑on bonus: FT $5,000 | PT $2,500.

• Provide basic nursing care such as checking blood pressure, inserting catheters, and helping comfort patients by performing tasks such as changing and dressing.
• Document accurate and ongoing assessment of patient status.
• Teach patient/significant other appropriate health information in a timely manner and share written informational material, as applicable.
• Perform direct patient care, using established procedures, policies, and standards.
• Prepare and administer medications according to policy and procedure. Observe and document patients’ responses to pertinent medications.
• Demonstrate ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise, and professional manner.
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
• Receive phone orders from physicians and record on the Physician’s Order Form.
• Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents. Follow established procedures.
• Verify the identity of each resident before administering the medication/treatment.
• Ensure adequate medications, supplies, and equipment are available. Report needs to DON.
• Ensure narcotic records are accurate for your shift. Notify DON of all drug and narcotic discrepancies.
• Give a thorough, concise report at change of shift. Communicate pertinent information to the appropriate person in a timely manner.

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Massachusetts (MA).

At East Longmeadow Skilled Nursing Center, we have been caring for area families since 1965, providing top‑quality skilled nursing care for short‑term rehabilitation, long‑term care and specialized memory care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life, with our highly skilled care teams providing compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.

Come join our nursing team and spend quality time with the residents! Our staffing ratios allow you to give each resident individualized attention in a fun, friendly, supportive work environment. Excellent compensation and benefits. Growth opportunities.

Technical/other training or better in Nursing or related field.

License Practical Nurse

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