Full-time NOC Shift 11p-7a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Franciscan Ministries•Chicago, IL

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct nursing care to residents and general consultation regarding health-related concerns within the community. The role includes coordinating and overseeing assigned nursing personnel, supporting residents’ care plans, administering treatments and medications, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents’ needs are met.

Requirements

A nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
Current unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the practicing state.
Ability to demonstrate compassion when working with residents.

Nice To Haves

1+ years of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct the daily activities of certified nursing assistants and resident care associates in accordance with applicable regulations and company policies and procedures.
Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for residents.
Ensure assigned nursing personnel comply with policies and procedures.
Participate in resident admissions, discharges, and transfers as required.
Assess changes in residents’ status, notify the physician and the resident’s family or representative, and document accordingly.
Transcribe physician orders to the medical record and carry out orders as written.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered and observe for adverse effects.
Perform wound treatments as ordered, observe for changes, and document accordingly.
Schedule resident follow-up appointments and transportation as indicated.
Provide nursing leadership to personnel assigned to the unit.
Provide direct care, including colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, and IV administration, in accordance with policies and procedures.
Perform rounds to ensure resident needs are met and personnel are performing assigned duties.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure residents’ needs are holistically met.
Report incidents or unusual occurrences to the community’s leadership team.
Ensure adequate stock of medications, supplies, and equipment, and notify appropriate personnel of needs.
Initiate, review, and update care plans as required.
Participate in the survey process when inspection surveys arise.
Participate in QAPI activities as needed or assigned.
Ensure infection control principles are followed and help correct deficiencies in practice.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with all policies and procedures, including updates.