Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

At Smoky Ridge Health and Rehabilitation
, every team member has the opportunity to enrich the lives of residents while finding fulfillment in their own work. We focus on providing customized, high-quality care in a supportive, collaborative environment. Staff are empowered to grow professionally, expand their skills, and take steps toward leadership. By joining our team, you play an essential role in helping residents regain independence and enjoy everyday activities.

If you’re looking for a rewarding career where your contributions truly matter, Smoky Ridge is the place to make a difference every day.

Why work at Smoky Ridge?

• Competitive pay with additional shift differential and weekend differential
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance & 401K retirement plan
• Paid time off, observed holiday pay, bonuses, etc.
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits like Life, Disability, Accident, etc.
• Supplemental Long- and Short-Term Disability Insurance
• $5,000 Sign on bonus for Full time hires

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our skilled nursing team. As a Licensed Practical Nurse at our facility, you will play a vital role in providing high quality care, supporting our residents' health and well-being, and working closely with our team to ensure success!

• Hold an active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) NC license or that of a compact state
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• Demonstrate strong clinical skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with residents, families, and team members.
• Previous experience in long-term or skilled nursing care preferred but not required.

• Provide direct patient care, including administering medications, resident physical assessments, performing treatments, documentation, and monitoring vital signs
• Provide wound care treatments as needed (wound care nurse in house weekdays to provide scheduled treatments)
• Medication administration
• Peripheral IV access
• Admission assessments
• Provide discharge education and instructions
• Catheter insertion and removal
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' health status and develop individualized care plans
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to coordinate and manage patient care
• Blood draws for labs
• Educate patients and their families on disease prevention, treatment options, and self-care techniques
• Document patient information accurately and timely in electronic medical records (Point Click Care)
• Adhere to all relevant medical protocols, standards, and regulations
• Skilled in triage and prioritizing patient needs based on urgency

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and additional duties may be assigned as needed.