PRN LPN- PACE Outpatient Clinic-(9AM-4:30PM)

Lutheran Senior Services•Pace, MS

8d•$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 position follows the state Nurse Practice Act and applicable state and federal regulations, as well as EverTrue clinical and administrative policies and procedures. The LPN collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized care plans, administers medications and treatments, monitors ordered IV fluids and supplemental nourishment, and may initiate IV therapy if IV-certified. The role includes observation, assessment, electronic medical record documentation, maintaining a safe environment, directing certified staff as assigned, and supporting investigations of resident or staff incidents and accidents. The role requires an active LPN license in the state of practice and CPR certification. Gerontological nursing training or experience is preferred. The position may involve emotionally upset residents or family members, exposure to fumes, chemicals, infectious waste and diseases, and work beyond normal hours or on weekends and holidays when necessary. The stated schedule in the position title is 9:00 AM–4:30 PM.

Requirements

LPN licensure in the state of practice.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to lift 30 pounds and push or pull 50 pounds.
Ability to perform the listed physical duties, including standing, walking, using hands to handle objects or controls, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and occasionally climbing or balancing.
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 to initiate IV therapy.

Responsibilities

Practice nursing within the scope of licensure and in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, maintaining a current active license and following applicable state and federal regulations and EverTrue policies and procedures.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized plans of care and work with nursing leadership to support regulatory compliance.
Promote individual and team learning, including teaching and role modeling professional nursing practices for quality clinical care.
Pass medications and/or oversee medication ordering and administration; administer medications and treatments and monitor ordered IV fluids, supplemental nourishment, and medications.
Initiate IV therapy when IV-certified.
Maintain working knowledge of observation, assessment, and documentation processes appropriate to the 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 to maintain a safe, comfortable, and functional environment.
Oversee and direct certified staff and others as assigned to ensure EverTrue standards of care and service 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 benefits.
Pay advances (PayActiv).
Caregiver support (TCARE).
Leaves of absence.
Special retail deals and discounts (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, Voya income protection benefits, and Pet insurance for full-time or Weekend Option employees.
Eligible for shift differentials: $2.00/hour evenings; $1.50/hour nights; $1.50/hour weekends in Illinois and Missouri; rates may vary in other states.