Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Optalis Ionia

Optalis • Ionia, MI

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse ensures residents receive appropriate personal care and are enabled to attain their optimum level of functioning. The role also helps ensure the center remains in compliance with organizational, local, state, and federal regulations.

This is a full-time overnight position with 12-hour shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The nurse coordinates resident care, supports clinical outcomes, responds to resident requests, and communicates care information across shifts and disciplines.

Requirements

• Hold a Licensed Practical Nurse license in good standing from the state of employment.
• Have a high school diploma or GED.
• Hold CPR certification.
• Demonstrate customer service, reliability, and accountability.
• Have effective communication and documentation abilities.
• Have organizational and time-management skills.
• Be able to lift 80–300 pounds with assistance or equipment.
• Frequently stand and walk, and respond to emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of experience in long-term care and management of resident care.
• Leadership and accountability, integrity and professionalism, adaptability, and a resident-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate resident care with the Administrator, Director of Nursing, and other disciplines within the center to ensure quality care.
• Ensure care plans are implemented and updated based on resident needs.
• Use effective decision-making to maximize clinical outcomes for residents.
• Answer call lights and communicate requests to the appropriate person when unable to meet them independently; prioritize requests and ensure timely response.
• Support survey readiness and quality assurance activities.
• Complete daily rounds with the incoming shift.
• Provide accurate, concise, and pertinent shift reports to oncoming personnel.
• Coordinate timely and appropriate dissemination of resident information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED