Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN) PRN

Position Title:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN

Beacon Health Management is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work at Hazlehurst Court Care and Rehab providing both short term rehabilitation and long-term care.

Position Summary:

In conjunction with the Unit Director, the Licensed Practical Nurse utilizes a general understanding of the principles of Nursing in the development of and implementation of individualized Nursing Care Plans to ensure that the needs of the customers are met. He/she assists in the orientation of and supervision of nursing personnel, attends to the daily operations of the unit on per shift, unit level, and assumes responsibilities of a leadership role as needed.

• Takes an active role in direct customer care
• Administers medication and/or treatment and documentation of same to customers
• Responsible for clinical documentation related to customer activity
• Assists in developing and implementing individual nursing care plan for each customer. Participates in care plan meetings
• Counts and records class drugs when beginning and ending shift
• Communicates pertinent data to Unit Manger/Supervisor and/or Physician
• Reviews and updates communication board; as well as monitors and addresses alerts frequently throughout shift
• Provides for emotional and physical comfort and safety of customers
• Assist Physician in rounds and examination of customers, as needed
• Supervises and coordinates activities of Certified Nursing personnel and other LPN's in providing direct customer care in adherence to State, Federal and Corporate guidelines
• Enhances education by attending all mandated in-service programs
• Puts Customer Services First:
  Ensures that customers and families receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes the individuals' needs and rights

* Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.