Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Lenoir Woods, FT Evenings

Lutheran Senior Services • Columbia, 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 LPN practices in accordance with state and federal regulations, the state Nurse Practice Act, and EverTrue clinical and administrative policies and procedures. The role works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team and nursing leadership to develop individualized plans of care and support regulatory compliance and quality clinical care.

The LPN administers medications and treatments, monitors ordered IV fluids and other nourishments or medications, and may initiate IV therapy if IV-certified. The position includes observing residents, coordinating continuity of care, documenting clinical information in the electronic medical record, maintaining a safe environment, directing certified staff as assigned, and supporting incident and accident investigations.

Requirements

• LPN licensure in the state of practice.
• CPR certification.

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, applicable state and federal rules, and EverTrue policies and procedures; maintain a current active license.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized resident care plans and work with nursing leadership to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Promote team learning and teach and model professional nursing practices for staff 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 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 ensure continuity of care, and maintain detailed, timely, and accurate medical 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 met.
• 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
• Pay advances (PayActiv)
• Caregiver support (TCARE)
• Leaves of Absence
• Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot)
• Commuter support
• Extended Sick Pay (part-time and full-time or Weekend Option)
• Bereavement Pay (part-time and full-time or Weekend Option)
• Jury Duty Pay (part-time and full-time or Weekend Option)
• Medical/Pharmacy (full-time or Weekend Option)
• Dental (full-time or Weekend Option)
• Vision (full-time or Weekend Option)
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care (full-time or Weekend Option)
• Life insurance (full-time or Weekend Option)
• Long-term and Short-term Disability (full-time or Weekend Option)
• Voya income protection benefits: Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident (full-time or Weekend Option)
• Pet insurance (full-time or Weekend Option)
• Shift differentials: $2.00/hour for evenings, $1.50/hour for nights, and $1.50/hour for weekends (states of IL and MO; may vary in other states)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed