Nursing - LPN

Active Day•Kennett Square, 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 providing instruction and assistance to members, staff, and family members, while ensuring that work complies with company policies and procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory laws and standards. Active Day describes its care environment as providing person-centered care, manageable duties, support from aides and other personnel, and rarely requiring nurses to handle acute care conditions day-to-day. Full-time, part-time, and per-diem arrangements are available.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse (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; ability to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
Successful background check and, where applicable, compliance with additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care to members according to 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 under Registered Nurse supervision, if required.
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 enhance the member experience and help achieve center goals and objectives.
Comply with company policies and procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory laws and standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.