LPN - IRREGULAR PART-TIME & AM SHIFT
About The Position
We’re seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Hillview Health Care Center. As an LPN, you’ll play a key role in ensuring the health, safety, and emotional well-being of residents through skilled nursing care, teamwork, and leadership. You’ll collaborate with staff and families while fostering a culture of respect, trust, and excellence in service. FLSA: Non-Exempt. This a technical nursing position for the Long-Term Care Campuses of La Crosse County to which employees are appointed by the Director of Nursing Services. Employees work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Location: Hillview Health Care Center, La Crosse, WI Schedule: AM shift | 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM | Every other weekend and holiday rotation Pay range: $26.25 to $30.45 per hour + shift differentials Status: Irregular Part-Time
Requirements
- Requires graduation from an accredited nursing program with current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Wisconsin.
- Must maintain a valid Wisconsin nursing license.
- Must successfully pass a background check as required by the Wisconsin Caregiver Law.
- Ability to maintain a clinical perspective and a therapeutic approach in the provision of care and in professional relationships with residents.
- Knowledge of medications and skill in their administration as the resident is prescribed.
- Compliance with standards of nursing practice.
- Compliance with facility policies and procedures.
- Ability to coordinate and determine work assignments of subordinate personnel and supervise their job performance.
Nice To Haves
- Preference for nursing experience in a long-term care facility.
- Those persons driving must have and maintain a valid Wisconsin driver license and good driving record
Responsibilities
- Provides care within the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act.
- Under supervision of a registered nurse, provides direct nursing care including administering medications and treatments.
- Assists in the training and orientation of new personnel.
- Evaluates resident needs and assists with the development and implementation of nursing care plans.
- Makes clinical observations of resident conditions and behavior and makes accurate and complete nursing notes of those observations in the clinical record.
- Works safely and follows safety practices and standards of the facility; responsible for reporting or correcting any existing or potential safety or accident hazard.
- Maintains residents' rights and confidentiality of resident information; reports all suspected cases of resident abuse to the Administrator.
- Determines and supervises work assignments to provide maximum utilization of Nursing Assistants. Responsible to see that assigned tasks are accomplished.
- Prepares daily shift reports and notifies supervisor of change in resident status.
- Attends in-service education as provided or mandated.
- Supports all aspects of person-centered care. Respects and acknowledges individuality and uniqueness of residents.
- In this public service position, employee is required to be courteous, cooperative and respectful at all times, with the public and clients. Also establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors and public officials.
- Employee is expected to report to work when scheduled, with minimum use of sick leave, to build up sick leave balance for income protection for unexpected illness.
- This position is required to perform other duties as may be assigned or required.
Benefits
- Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS): A top-rated pension program.
- Affordable Insurance Premiums: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, and 10+ paid holidays annually.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedules and wellness programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
