Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Breeze Park, FT Day/Evening

EverTrue•Saint Charles, MO

2d•$24 - $38

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs nursing functions within the scope of practice and provides and/or coordinates care and services to meet residents’ physical, psychosocial, and functional care needs. The role practices in accordance with state licensure requirements and EverTrue clinical and administrative policies and procedures, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to support individualized resident care. The LPN administers medications and treatments, monitors ordered IV fluids and other therapies, documents clinical information in the electronic medical record, observes residents’ status, and coordinates continuity of care. The position may initiate IV therapy when the LPN is IV-certified, and oversees certified staff and others as assigned.

Requirements

LPN licensure in the state of practice.
CPR certification.
Ability to lift 30 pounds and push or pull 50 pounds.
Ability to perform the described physical tasks, including standing, walking, handling objects or controls, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and occasionally climbing or balancing.
Willingness to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Specialized training or experience in gerontological nursing.

Responsibilities

Practice nursing within the scope of licensure and in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, current license requirements, applicable state and federal regulations, and EverTrue policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized plans of care for residents and work with nursing leadership to support regulatory compliance.
Promote team learning and teach and role-model professional nursing practices to support quality clinical care.
Pass medications and/or oversee medication ordering and administration; administer medications and treatments; and monitor ordered IV fluids, supplemental nourishments, and medications.
Initiate IV therapy when IV-certified.
Maintain working knowledge of observation, assessment, and documentation processes applicable to the level of licensure, including care and service plans and the MDS as applicable.
Use the electronic medical record for complete clinical documentation in accordance with policy and procedures.
Observe resident status, coordinate with other resident services to support continuity of care, and maintain detailed, timely, and accurate medical documentation and reports.
Assess potential hazards and implement practices to maintain a safe, comfortable, and functional environment.
Oversee and direct certified staff and others as assigned to ensure EverTrue standards of care and services are provided.
Report and support investigative protocols concerning staff or resident incidents and accidents in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back.
Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution.
Education Financial Assistance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness benefits.
Pay advances through PayActiv.
Caregiver support through TCARE.
Leaves of Absence.
Special retail deals and discounts through Perkspot.
Commuter support.
Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay for part-time employees.
Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care, Life insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Shift differentials: $2.00 per hour for evenings, $1.50 per hour for nights, and $1.50 per hour for weekends in Illinois and Missouri; rates may vary in other states.