LPN - (Saturdays Only)

Active Day • West Columbia, SC

4d

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to members in accordance with physician's orders, individual plans of care, and emergency needs. The role includes instructing and assisting members, staff, and family members; observing and documenting members' health and responses to care; and helping members with daily functional activities. The nurse may administer medications when appropriately certified and supervised by a Registered Nurse. The role is for Saturdays only and requires compliance with company policies, safety requirements, and applicable regulatory laws and standards.

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, and 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 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, and 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 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, offering feedback and recommendations to improve the member experience and 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed