Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Wages start at $28.00 per hour and increase with experience. $6,000 sign on bonus.

Full‑time and part‑time opportunities on day and evening shifts.

Opportunities available for all levels of experience, including new Licensed Practical Nurse grads.

LPNs work under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON) and record all resident interactions to develop thorough documentation of their care. They help prepare residents for procedures and assist with routine recovery care after initial treatment. LPNs usually work with several residents at once and administer care according to a schedule, upholding medical routines and procedures.

• Monitor resident’s vitals and record them in their file
• Maintain the cleanliness and comfort of each resident, including bathing, feeding and dressing
• Assist nursing and medical staff with basic medical tasks, such as administering medication
• Update resident records in a confidential manner
• Evaluate the resident’s wellbeing, reporting any needs to medical staff
• Explain treatments and procedures to resident and families
• Change dressings and bandages, ensuring residents are healing properly
• Move residents from wheelchairs, beds and gurneys

• Education:
  
  High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Currently licensed as an LPN in Maine.

• A unique competitive compensation structure
• Flexible shifts to support work/life balance
• Comprehensive benefits for full time, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
• Robust shift differentials $2.00 - $6.00 per hour
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement to support career growth

As part of a strong clinical team, providing amazing care and support to our Residents, we invest in your future and allow for the ability to grow and build a career with us.

Dexter Health Care is a 53 bed full service Long‑Term Care and Skilled Nursing Facility. We offer specialized professional levels of care and support for residents including Short‑Stay Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Care, and Long Term Care services that are delivered by an experienced, thoughtful and professional staff who follow evidence based clinical best practices designed to promote health and safety and a commitment to deliver the highest level of care.