Birchwood HealthCare Center - Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN

Lifespark Careers•Forest Lake, MN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Birchwood HealthCare Center, a Lifespark Skilled Nursing Community, is looking for a dedicated and passionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our growing team. Birchwood Health Care Center is home to seniors requiring TCU (Transitional Care Unit) Care and Long-Term Care. We are in Forest Lake, located immediately South of highway 61 and highway 8 corridors. We have been helping seniors Age Magnificently since 1979 and are part of Senior Care Communities, a local non-profit supporting seniors. Our LPN’s become family and impact the lives of our residents who live in a Lifespark Skilled Nursing Community. In this position, you will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of nursing care and services provided to residents and tenants under the direction of the Director of Nursing while maintaining quality care that is consistent with company and regulatory standards in accordance with individual care plans.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and a valid state licensure as a LPN.
Must be able to relate professionally, positively, and cooperatively with residents, resident’s families, and employees.
Must possess advanced computer skills, including email use.

Nice To Haves

Restorative or geriatric nursing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Schedule and perform rounds to monitor and evaluate the quality and appropriateness of nursing care.
Assume responsibility and accountability for the proper completion and documentation of care, medications, and treatments.
Support the Director of Nursing on the written staffing plan and nursing schedule that reflects the needs of the resident/tenant population.