Licensed Practical Nurse 7p-7a
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs nursing functions within the scope of practice and provides or coordinates care and services to meet residents’ physical, psychosocial, and functional care needs. The position follows applicable state and federal regulations, the state Nurse Practice Act, and EverTrue clinical and administrative policies and procedures. The LPN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans, administers medications and treatments, monitors residents, documents care in the electronic medical record, and helps ensure continuity and quality of care. The LPN also supports staff learning, oversees certified staff as assigned, and contributes to resident and staff safety and incident-investigation protocols.
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 physical and sensory functions described, including standing, walking, handling objects or controls, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and occasionally climbing or balancing.
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, licensing regulations, and EverTrue policies and procedures; maintain an active license.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized resident care plans and work with nursing leadership to support regulatory compliance.
- Promote individual and team learning and teach and model professional nursing practices for staff.
- 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 knowledge of observation, assessment, and documentation processes for the applicable level of licensure, including care and service plans and the MDS as applicable.
- Use the electronic medical record to complete clinical documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
- Observe resident status, coordinate with other resident services to support continuity of care, and maintain detailed, timely, and accurate medical records and reports.
- Assess potential hazards and implement practices that 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 investigations of 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 (PayActiv).
- Caregiver support (TCARE).
- Leaves of Absence.
- Retail deals and discounts (Perkspot).
- Commuter support.
- Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay for part-time employees and above.
- Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Life insurance, Short- and Long-term Disability, Voya income protection benefits, and Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
