Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN 1st Shift
Listed on 2026-07-07
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Nursing
LPN/LVN, Nursing Home
Bedford County, Virginia - Career Opportunities
- Location:
1229 County Farm Road, Bedford, VA 24523, United States - Base Pay: $23.79 – $33.00 / Hour
- Job Category:
Nursing Home - Employee Type:
Non‑Exempt – Full Time
Responsible for the implementation of health‑related programs, services, and Activities of Daily Living (ADL) which promote, enhance, and maintain resident health and independence. Complies with established policies and procedures to perform responsible professional and human support activities in the care of nursing facility residents. Responsible for supervising Certified Nursing Assistants. Receives general supervision and direction from the Director of Nurses.
Full‑Time LPN for 1st shift (6:30 am to 3:00 pm).
Pay Range: $23.79 /hour to $33.00 /hour.
PLUS Weekend Differential of an extra $3.00 /hour!
Benefits- 14.5 Paid State Holidays
- 12 Paid Vacation Days per year
- 12 Paid Sick Days per year
- Anthem Medical
- Superior Vision
- Life insurance, EAP (employee assistance program)
- Retirement plan options
- Free staff meals
- Free ice cream novelties for snack
- Casual Fridays (jeans)
- Monthly community service projects
- Monthly staff appreciation and parties for our work family
Demonstrates competency to perform LPN job duties, including skills and use equipment.
Conducts comprehensive resident assessment and assists in developing a plan of care based on that assessment which is consistent with medical recommendations.
Directs CNA’s in meeting the needs of the residents based on the written care plan.
Reviews care plans with supervisors, physicians, and family. Through observation and monitoring, makes recommendations for changes in care and treatment as necessary.
Documents pertinent information on medical records. Reviews charts for new orders and accuracy.
Maintains inventory of resident’s medications. Orders medications and supplies as needed. Administers medications and treatments as ordered by the attending physician.
Controls Narcotics and drug patches with accurate counting and reporting at shift changes.
Utilizes non‑pharmaceutical interventions to control pain and minimize undesired behaviors prior to the use of medications.
Admits, discharges, and transfers residents as appropriate. Assists with making resident appointments.
Assists with physician rounds. Takes verbal orders from physicians and transcribes them onto the E‑MAR. Reviews physicians orders for accuracy.
Makes rounds no less than at the beginning and end of each shift.
Assist with cleaning and maintaining the medication cart and medication room.
Supervises CNA staff to include counseling and shift assignments. Assists with performance evaluations of personnel working under his/her supervision.
Supports resident and family during dying process. Performs post‑mortem care per policy.
Provides a safe environment for all residents as a member of the QAPI team.
Provides a neat and clean environment. Observes environment for potential fall hazards and provides interventions for prevention. Reports any needed repairs to the maintenance department.
Completes event reports as indicated.
Provides and supports restorative care.
Assists residents with meals. Provides additional in‑room hydration (i.e. water or thickened liquids) and ensures liquids are within reach of the resident.
Observes and follows resident’s rights of dignity, respect, and privacy.
Reports potential signs or actual signs of abuse or neglect of resident care as a Virginia Mandated Reporter.
Understands emergency policies and be able to carry out and follow directions in an actual emergency.
Follows infection control practices per facility policies and procedures.
Provides appropriate care for those residents with undesired behaviors.
Maintains HIPAA regulations and confidentiality for residents and co‑workers.
Follows all personnel policies of Bedford County Nursing Home. Understands the progressive Bedford County disciplinary process.
Performs other duties as directed and assigned by supervisor or the Director of Nursing.
Participates in employee meetings and training as needed. Will be required to attend mandatory in‑services as scheduled.
Performs special projects as assigned.
Meets attendance…
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