Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-time

Bridgewater Health and Rehabilitation•Ocala, FL

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Bridgewater Park Health and Rehabilitation is hiring a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse to provide daily care and address residents’ health needs, safety, and comfort. The nurse performs professional assessments and documents residents’ health, while assisting with management of assigned nursing-unit staff. The listed schedule is 11:00 pm to 7:00 am.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Valid LPN license in good standing under state and federal requirements.
Thorough understanding of safe and effective nursing practices in Indiana.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of programs such as Excel and Word.
Personal integrity and ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and personnel.
Passion for caring for people.
Ability to be discreet, protect confidential information, and comply with Corporate Compliance and HIPAA.
Knowledge of personal computers, Word, Excel, fax machines, and copying machines.

Responsibilities

Supervise, perform, and provide written and verbal care assignments, routine skills, and procedures to help ensure quality resident care.
Participate in developing and implementing resident care plans; keep nursing care plans current, document progress, and recommend revisions in accordance with facility policy and procedure.
Make daily and periodic visits to observe residents for symptoms and reactions to medication or treatment.
Obtain and document vital signs, intake and output, weights, diet supplements and replacements, cultures, and related information.
Assist with staff orientation and ongoing training to help maintain required skill levels.