Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Athena Health Care Systems

Base pay range

$35.00/hr - $41.00/hr

We are hiring full‑time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to join our dynamic care team at Heatherwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Newport. Weekly pay. Openings on 7a‑3p and 3p‑11p.

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life. Here at Athena Health Care Systems, our employees are the heart of our organization, and we take immense pride in their dedication. We are committed to delivering high‑quality care and customer service to our patients and their families, and aspire to be the employer of choice.

Experience

& Education

• Must be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.
• Must be CPR certified.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state.
• New graduates welcome!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident.
• Maintain current resident care plans on all residents under care.
• Follow physician’s orders; render and/or assist with complete nursing care, treatments, dressings, and other physician orders.
• Transcribe physician’s orders promptly and accurately.
• Review patient records daily to assure accuracy and completeness.
• Document comprehensive and complete nursing notes.
• Visit each resident daily to evaluate resident needs.
• Maintain accurate awareness of residents on alert list.
• Document and report any unusual or significant findings; contact the physician when necessary.
• Administer medication according to procedure.
• Maintain an accurate and safe control of all drugs for which responsibility is held.
• Initiate any and all emergency procedures as necessary.
• Demonstrate correct safety techniques.
• Respect and take care of facility equipment and avoid wasteful use of supplies.
• Contribute to effective communication and pleasant working conditions.
• Promote positive resident and family relations.
• Comply with facility Privacy Practices Policies & Procedures, protecting residents’ individual health information.
• Continue growth and expand job knowledge.
• Demonstrate leadership skills.
• Other duties assigned by manager.

Specific Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
• Must have the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long‑term care.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non‑professional personnel.
• Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures necessary for providing quality care.
• Must possess accurate and comprehensive assessment skills.
• Must be familiar with drug actions and interactions.
• Must have knowledge of restorative nursing rehabilitation policies and utilize appropriately.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• Must be able to communicate effectively to appropriate personnel regarding emergency situations.

About Athena Health Care Systems

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services, operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena’s Benefits

• Competitive and weekly pay
• Holiday pay for hourly and salaried employees
• Overtime pay for hourly employees
• Career advancement opportunities
• Exclusive employer discount program

Available for Eligible Team Members

• Employer‑Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Vacation and personal time
• Health, dental, and vision insurance

EEO Statement

We are an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID‑19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.

Seniority

level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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