LPN Evenings, 2-10

Ensign Services • Clarion, IA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Clarion Wellness and Rehab Center is seeking passionate, dedicated, and caring individuals to join their team and make a difference in the lives of patients. The facility is committed to providing an excellent clinical experience and an amazing work environment. They aim to be the skilled nursing facility of choice in the community, driven by a highly motivated team working to improve residents' daily lives and provide extraordinary service. The team consists of innovators, including nurses, therapists, and clinicians, who are committed, caring, and compassionate. The company culture emphasizes "Customer Second, Employee First," Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love one Another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Celebration, and Ownership.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational or Practical Nurse program.
• Must possess an active license to practice as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse valid in this state.
• Must provide evidence of being free of tuberculosis infection upon hire and as set forth by the policies of the facility.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
• Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.

Responsibilities

• Confer with the Medical Director and the attending physician regarding specific residents assigned.
• Consult with the physician concerning resident evaluation and assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning and developing nursing services.
• Initiate requests for consultation or referral and respond to requests from residents, physicians, or nursing staff.
• Examine residents and their records to distinguish between normal and abnormal findings and recognize early stages of serious physical, emotional, or mental problems.
• Determine when to refer residents to a physician for evaluation, supervision, or directions.
• Perform administrative duties regarding assigned residents, such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, and charting.
• Implement and maintain established policies, procedures, objectives, quality assurance, safety, environmental, and infection control, interpreting them as appropriate.
• Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician, Medical Director, or Administrator concerning the status and care of assigned residents.
• Participate in the planning and evaluation of policies and procedures governing the nursing service department.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
• Resolve complaints and grievances made by nursing department personnel.
• Ensure that nursing department employment actions are administered fairly and in compliance with the facility’s Policy Against Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation.
• Supervise and assist in the management of the infection control program, ensuring proper use of personal protective equipment.
• Assist in the development of preliminary and comprehensive assessments of resident nursing needs.
• Observe medication passes and treatments to ensure quality.
• Administer services within the scope of nursing practice, which may include catheterization, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy, and drainage bags, taking blood, giving massages and range of motion exercises, and care for the dead/dying.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
• Review medication cards for completeness, accuracy, and adherence to stop order policies.
• Chart nurses’ notes in a professional and appropriate manner that timely, accurately, and thoroughly reflects care provided and resident response.
• Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents.
• Chart all changes in resident condition and the response to those changes.
• Chart all communications with the resident’s attending physician.
• Perform routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established policies and procedures and applicable regulations.
• Ensure adequate stock levels of medications, medical supplies, and equipment are maintained.
• Assist the Quality Assessment and Assurance Committee in developing and implementing plans of action to correct identified deficiencies.
• Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Benefits

• Medical
• dental
• vision
• 401K (Match)
• DailyPay
• Career advancement opportunities
• Scholarship Opportunities
• Employee discounts on entertainment events, hotels, movies, theme parks, cell phones, and much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED