Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Avalon View Health and Wellness•Liberty, MO

23d•Onsite

About The Position

Avalon View Health and Wellness is seeking compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurses to join our nursing team in Liberty, Missouri. As an LPN at Avalon View, you will provide direct nursing care, monitor resident conditions, administer medications and treatments, and help coordinate care throughout your assigned shift. You will work closely with residents, families, nursing assistants, physicians, therapy professionals, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team. At Avalon View, our mission is grounded in honesty, transparency, integrity, and unwavering compassion. We believe every resident deserves to be informed, respected, and valued. If you are an LPN who takes pride in providing attentive care, communicating clearly, and advocating for residents, we would like to meet you. The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing safe, efficient, and compassionate nursing care while supporting positive clinical outcomes and resident and family satisfaction. The LPN practices within the authorized scope of the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and follows accepted professional standards, physician orders, facility policies, and applicable state and federal regulations. The LPN also assists with directing nursing care and supporting nursing personnel during the assigned shift.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved practical nursing program
Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Missouri
Current BLS/CPR certification
Strong clinical judgment, communication, leadership, and documentation skills
Dependable attendance and a strong work ethic
Ability to adapt when resident needs or priorities change
Ability to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary care team
Professional and compassionate demeanor
Commitment to treating every resident with compassion, dignity, and respect

Nice To Haves

At least one year of skilled nursing or long-term care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provide nursing care according to individualized care plans, physician orders, professional standards, and applicable regulations
Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
Complete medication administration, treatment, and clinical documentation within required timeframes
Assess and monitor residents within the LPN’s authorized scope of practice
Identify and promptly report changes in resident condition to the appropriate supervisor, physician, and responsible party
Assist with resident admissions, transfers, and discharges, including required documentation
Participate in welcoming and orienting new residents and their families to the community
Coordinate care with nursing assistants, physicians, therapy professionals, pharmacy personnel, and other members of the interdisciplinary team
Provide direction, education, and support to nursing personnel during the assigned shift
Serve as a clinical resource for nursing staff within the authorized scope of practice
Accurately identify and report skin changes and follow established skin-management protocols
Obtain and report diagnostic test results in a timely manner
Count controlled medications at the beginning and end of each shift according to facility procedures
Follow pharmacy procedures for ordering, receiving, administering, storing, and documenting medications
Document incidents, accidents, adverse events, grievances, and concerns according to facility policy
Participate in facility surveys and inspections as assigned
Follow infection prevention, safety, quality-of-care, and restraint-reduction procedures
Protect resident rights, privacy, dignity, and confidentiality
Respond calmly and appropriately to changes in resident condition and other clinical situations