Licensed Practical Nurse Per-Diem

La Posada Green Valley, AZ • Green Valley, AZ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who is motivated by making a difference in the lives of the people they serve and values quality relationships, excellent customer service, and integrity. The LPN will be responsible for the administration and documentation of medications and treatments under the supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse Supervisor.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved LPN/LVN school of nursing
• Certification of competence in medication administration
• Current CPR and First Aid cards
• Fingerprint clearance card
• Current TB test
• Current LPN license by the Arizona State Board of Nursing
• Competent in the use of email and electronic medical records
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, staff, and visitors in the English language
• Ability to communicate professionally and courteously with residents, patients, guests, and family members
• Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word
• Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely
• Ability to appreciate and be sensitive to the feelings of others
• Ability to act calmly under stress and strain
• Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines
• Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task
• The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of written and spoken word
• Adheres to all Department policies, procedures, and mandatory requirements

Nice To Haves

• Lives by the values of integrity, compassion, and respect for seniors and co-workers

Responsibilities

• Administers and documents oral, IM, or suppository medications
• Performs and documents all treatments
• Assesses residents for possible need of medication and/or treatment interventions
• Informs Clinical Manager of any significant change in residents' condition
• Orders and stores medication
• Maintains clean and neat medication cart and room
• Assists Clinical Manager with admissions, discharges, and charting
• Participates in all facility trainings and meetings

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree