Nursing - LPN

Active Day•Louisville, KY

10d

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides person-centered nursing care to members in accordance with individual plans of care, physician's orders, and emergent needs. The role includes monitoring members’ health, assisting with daily activities, providing health education, and delivering emergency care as required. The LPN ensures work complies with company policies, procedures, and applicable safety and regulatory standards. Aides and other support personnel may be available to assist. Full-time, part-time, and per-diem schedules are offered.

Requirements

LPN license.
CPR certification.
Valid malpractice insurance policy, if applicable.
At least 21 years of age.
Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds; ability to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
Successful background check and, where applicable, compliance with additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of full-time-equivalent experience in a health care setting.
Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to members according to individual plans of care, physician's orders, and emergency needs.
Observe, monitor, and document members’ vital signs and responses to treatments and medications; report abnormalities to the Director of Nursing.
Assist members with daily functional activities, including hygiene, meals, ambulation, arrivals and departures, and social activities.
Provide health education and instruction to staff, members, and family members.
Provide emergency care as required.
Administer medications when appropriately certified and under Registered Nurse supervision, if required.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members and families, coworkers, referral agencies, and the community.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs as requested.
Collaborate with the cross-functional team and provide feedback and recommendations to improve the member experience and achieve center goals.
Comply with company policies and procedures and applicable safety and regulatory laws and standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.