LPN, Meade Street Skilled Nursing; Weekend

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Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, the Licensed Practical Nurse administers medically prescribed treatment, coordinates nursing care, and monitors the performance of acceptable standards of nursing care on his/her assigned nursing unit.

The Licensed Practical Nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the residents served on his/her unit – adult through geriatric. The Licensed Practical Nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span. The Licensed Practical Nurse participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care.

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides care needed as described in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures.

Graduate of an accredited Nursing Program required. Minimum 1 year of satisfactory experience in a geriatric setting preferred.

• Clearances required: PA State Police criminal history check and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable).
• Possession of a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners required OR eligible for such licensure.
• CPR Certification required or must be obtained and must be maintained.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective interaction with staff, residents and visitors.
• Good Management Skills Required.

• Heavy Work: duties require exerting 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10-25 lbs. of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects.
• Position requires ability to transport self throughout facility.

Works in resident living areas.

• Occasional exposure to blood and body substances.
• Exposure to needle sticks possible.