LPN - (Saturdays Only)

Active Day•West Columbia, SC

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to members in accordance with physician's orders and emergent needs. Duties involve providing instruction and assistance to members, staff, and family members. The LPN ensures that all work complies with company policies and procedures, safety, and regulatory laws and standards. This role offers a chance to provide "true care" to members, get to know them, and offer person-centered care without the challenges of 12-hour shifts, on-call duties, or high patient ratios often found in hospitals. The position focuses on manageable duties with support personnel and rarely requires handling acute care conditions.

Requirements

LPN License
CPR certification
Valid malpractice insurance policy if applicable
At least 21 years of age
Able to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds; able to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
Successful results of background check, and where applicable, additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least one-year full-time equivalent experience in a health care setting preferred.
Prior experience working seniors and/or adults with special needs preferred.
Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
Able to multi-task and manage time effectively.
Able to work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

Provides nursing care to members according to individual plan of care, physician's orders and emergency needs.
Observes, monitors and documents members' vital signs and responses to treatments and medications, reporting abnormalities to Director of Nursing.
Assists members as needed with daily functional activities, including but not limited to, hygiene, meals, ambulation, arrivals and departures, and social activities.
Provides health education and instruction to staff, members and family members.
Provides emergency care as required.
May be required to administer medications with appropriate certification and supervision by the Registered Nurse.
Communicate in a positive, courteous and professional manner with members and their families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community at large.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs as requested; actively collaborate with cross-functional team, providing feedback and recommendations for enhancing the member experience and achieving the center’s overall goals and objectives.
Comply with company policies and procedures, safety and regulatory laws and standards.
Other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned at any time.