Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) coordinates and provides nursing care for residents and provides supervision and guidance to clinical staff members.

• Starting wages: $31.50-$41.50 per hour, based on experience, shift, and a $6/hr weekend program.
• Flexible pay options: daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.

• Medical benefits through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options.
• Benefits concierge to assist with benefits understanding and utilization.
• Pet insurance: three options available.
• Education assistance: tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan.
• HSA and FSA options.
• Unlimited referral bonuses.

• Graduate of an accredited LPN/LNV school of nursing.

• Valid LPN/LVN license in the state of employment.
• Valid CPR certification.

• One year of nursing experience preferred.

• Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs.
• Accurately and promptly implements physicians’ orders.
• Assigns nursing care to team members in accordance with the resident’s needs and the personnel’s capabilities and qualifications.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates junior staff members and CNAs.
• Administers medications and performs treatments for assigned residents, documenting the treatment as required by company, and local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
• Ensures that supplies are utilized economically and equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents.
• Coordinates nursing care of residents when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments.
• Interviews applicants and recommends hires; participates in counseling, disciplinary action, and termination of staff to the extent permitted by state practice act.
• Supervises nursing unit, which includes scheduling and directing the nursing staff to the extent permitted by state practice act.
• Ensures that inventory and supplies are maintained on the unit and communicates need for housekeeping, maintenance, or dietary assistance.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.