Nursing - LPN

Active Day•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to members in accordance with physician’s orders, individual plans of care, and emergent needs. The role includes instructing and assisting members, staff, and family members, while ensuring work complies with company policies and procedures and applicable safety and regulatory laws and standards. Nurses provide person-centered care in an adult day setting, with manageable duties, support from other personnel, and aides available in most centers as needed. The posting offers full-time, part-time, and per-diem schedules and notes that daily pay is available.

Requirements

LPN license.
CPR certification.
Valid malpractice insurance policy, if applicable.
At least 21 years of age.
Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds, and to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
Successful background check and, where applicable, additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of full-time-equivalent experience in a health care setting is preferred.
Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care according to members’ individual plans of care, physician’s orders, and emergency needs.
Observe, monitor, and document members’ vital signs and responses to treatments and medications; report abnormalities to the Director of Nursing.
Assist members with daily functional activities, including hygiene, meals, ambulation, arrivals and departures, and social activities.
Provide health education and instruction to staff, members, and family members.
Provide emergency care as required.
Administer medications when appropriately certified and supervised by a Registered Nurse, as applicable.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members and their families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs as requested.
Collaborate with the cross-functional team and provide feedback and recommendations to improve the member experience and help achieve center goals.
Comply with company policies and procedures and applicable safety and regulatory laws and standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.