Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-Fulltime Day Shift

Signature HealthCARE, LLC•Ridgely, TN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Signature HealthCARE of Ridgely Rehab & Wellness Center is a 100-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center providing a safe, secure environment for those in need of medical care. They specialize in customized dementia and behavioral care for cognitively impaired residents. The company's vision is to radically change the landscape of healthcare through education and empowerment, earning the trust of every patient, family member, and the community served. Signature HealthCARE is a family-based healthcare company offering integrated services across multiple states, including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted and memory care, and home-based services supported by innovative technologies. They are committed to advancing person-directed care and quality outcomes, with many facilities receiving high performance ratings and accreditations. As an award-winning organization, they take pride in fostering compassionate care environments and being an employer of choice.

Requirements

Current, active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice.
CPR/BLS certification preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
Minimum one (1) year of clinical nursing experience; long-term care experience, preferred.
Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role, preferred.
Strong clinical observation, medication administration, and documentation skills.
Knowledge of Federal and State long-term care regulations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and exercise sound clinical judgment.
Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role.
Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

CPR/BLS certification
Long-term care experience
Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, wound care, and skilled nursing procedures.
Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and ensure comfort, dignity, and safety at all times.
Supervise and direct nursing assistants and medication aides during the assigned shift in accordance with facility policies and regulations, as applicable.
Monitor and observe residents’ physical and emotional status; notify the attending physician and responsible party of any change in condition.
Develop, implement, and review individualized resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation per facility policy and procedure.
Coordinate resident admissions, transfers, and discharges according to established procedures.
Participate in quality assurance activities, staff education, and regulatory surveys as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or designee.