Regional LPN

Overview

Offering premium pay of $35/hr for the first 60 days, day‑shift availability, and a full‑time conversion bonus with comprehensive benefits after 60 days.

• Responsible for daily nursing operations of a specific unit/wing.
• Perform nursing techniques for resident comfort and well‑being; check each resident daily to determine status and ensure residents reach the highest attainable level of functioning.
• Prepare equipment and assist physicians during rounds.
• Administer prescribed medications orally or by injection; provide treatments using therapeutic equipment; ensure proper handling and storage of medications and controlled substances.
• Observe residents’ reactions to medication and treatment.
• Record and report changes in residents’ condition to supervisor and attending physician.
• Maintain residents’ medical records as required by policy.
• Assist in planning, supervising and instructing CNAs; assign daily work assignments to ensure positive outcomes for residents.
• Implement and maintain utilized policies.
• Ensure safe work practices are utilized.
• Apply proper infection control techniques.
• Assists in the Continuous Quality Improvement Program and ensures follow‑up occurs.
• Report accurately to oncoming shift Charge LPNs regarding changes in resident status and follow‑up needs.
• Provide input for CNA performance evaluations.
• Coach, counsel, and discipline CNAs as needed; ensure personnel policies are followed.
• Recommend staffing, equipment, and supply needs to DNS.
• Capture charges for supplies issued to residents on that unit.
• Participate in the care planning process and ensure the nursing component is implemented.
• Ensure residents’ rights are respected and coordinate with other departments to facilitate activities.
• Other duties assigned by Supervisor or Director of Nursing Services.
• Must be able to travel to any center within the region/company.
• Must be available to work overtime up to double shifts.

• Current, unrestricted LPN/LVN license issued by the State Board of Nursing.
• Ability to lead and motivate subordinates.
• Adaptable to a variety of duties with frequent changes; work schedule may shift daily.
• Comfortable working closely with residents, physicians, and staff.
• Capable of working to prescribed nursing standards.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills with a strong service orientation.
• Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance.

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage
• Excellent 401(k) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vacation, holiday, and sick time
• Long and short‑term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Life insurance
• Referral bonuses
• DiversICARE employee hardship fund
• Pay advancement program – OnShift Wallet

Diversicare is committed to being an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity), national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.