Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
About The Position
Franciscan Care Center is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for PRN holiday and weekend coverage. New LPNs are welcome to apply. The wage range is $35.00–$40.20 per hour; placement within the range depends on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated ability to perform the role’s essential functions. Under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician, or other state-authorized health care provider, the LPN participates in developing, implementing, and modifying comprehensive plans of care for facility residents. The LPN practices within the legal boundaries for practical nursing authorized by the state and provides patient care and related services. Avalon describes its work as grounded in reverence for life and a heart for healing, with a focus on supporting patients, families, and communities. It offers career growth opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and career advancement courses.
Requirements
- Hold and maintain a current license to practice as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in the state of practice.
- Understand that state and federal rules and regulations govern practices within the facility.
- Pursue continuing education credits in clinical subjects, management, personal growth, and development.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
- Communicate effectively and positively with staff, residents, and family members.
- Have basic computer knowledge and the ability and aptitude to learn company software.
- Be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Pass a criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
- Meet vaccine mandate attestation requirements by having been vaccinated or providing documentation needed for a medical or religious exemption.
- Have recent clinical experience, education, or specialty skills specific to geriatrics.
Responsibilities
- Participate in developing, implementing, and modifying comprehensive plans of care for facility residents.
- Provide patient care and related services within the legal boundaries for practical nursing authorized by the state.
- Work under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice registered nurse, licensed physician, or other health care provider authorized by the state.
Benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Career advancement courses
- Full-time employees are eligible for a 401(k), medical, dental, and vision coverage; FSA and Dependent Care FSA; life insurance; AD&D; long-term and short-term disability; critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage; legal benefits; identity theft protection; pet insurance; and auto/home insurance.
- Part-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits except medical coverage.
- On-call employees are eligible for 401(k) only.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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