Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Lenoir Woods, PRN

Lutheran Senior Services • Columbia, MO

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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 LPN works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team and nursing leadership to support individualized care plans, regulatory compliance, and quality clinical care. The position includes medication administration and oversight, resident observation and documentation, maintaining a safe environment, and directing certified staff and others as assigned. IV therapy may be initiated when the LPN is IV-certified.

Requirements

• LPN licensure in the state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds and push or pull 50 pounds.
• Ability and willingness to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Nice To Haves

• Specialized training or experience in gerontological nursing.
• IV certification, for initiating IV therapy.

Responsibilities

• Practice nursing within the scope of licensure and the state Nurse Practice Act; maintain an active license and follow applicable state and federal regulations and EverTrue policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized resident care plans and work with nursing leadership to support regulatory compliance.
• Promote learning and provide teaching and role modeling of professional nursing practices to 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 working 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 provide complete clinical documentation in accordance with policy and procedures.
• Observe resident status, coordinate with other resident services to support continuity of care, and document medical information in detailed, timely, and accurate 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 for 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, Life insurance, Disability benefits, Voya income protection benefits, and Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
• Shift differentials: $2.00/hour evenings; $1.50/hour nights; $1.50/hour weekends in Illinois and Missouri; amounts may vary in other states.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed