LPN (5:45am-2:15pm Monday through Friday)
About The Position
The LPN will be responsible for dispensing medications and treatments as ordered by the physician, maintaining accurate records, and making notes regarding patient conditions. This role involves making nursing care assignments, instructing and supervising patient care, and maintaining a safe and orderly environment for patients and staff. The position requires comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice, including drugs, biological, physical, social, and medical sciences. The LPN will also be familiar with the organization's policies and procedures and will be responsible for orienting staff to the fire and emergency plan.
Requirements
- A Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
- Current registration with State Board of Examiners
- Current Health Card
- BLS Certification (Required)
- LPN (Required)
- Ability to Relocate to Bartlett, TN 38134 before starting work (Required)
Nice To Haves
- Experience in geriatrics helpful
- LVN (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Dispensing of medications and treatments as ordered by physician of record.
- Noting if said medications are of correct dosage, strength labeled and if supply is adequate.
- Maintain correct records of medications and treatments.
- Making notes of all pertinent information regarding condition of patient on nurse’s notes.
- Make nursing care assignments and check to assure said assignments are carried out.
- Instruct and supervise patient care as needed.
- Maintain clean and orderly safe environment for patients and staff under her supervision.
- Orientation to nursing home fire and emergency plan.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
