Regional LPN - Premium pay $35/hr!

Diversicare of Hutchinson•Hutchinson, KS

6d•$35•Hybrid

About The Position

Diversicare is seeking a Regional LPN to provide workforce support to assigned centers within the region. In this role, you will render skilled technical nursing services to residents within an assigned unit, supporting medical care staff RNs and supervising CNAs to ensure high-quality care. This position offers premium pay for the first 60 days, with the potential for full-time conversion and great benefits thereafter. Diversicare provides post-acute care services across 43 skilled nursing and long-term care centers in five states, focusing on the Southeast, Midwest, and Southwest United States. Our mission is to "Improve every life we touch by providing exceptional healthcare and exceeding expectations," guided by our Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Compassion, Teamwork, and Stewardship.

Requirements

Has a current, unrestricted license by the State Board of Nursing, as an LPN/LVN.
Must have the ability to lead and motivate subordinates.
Ability to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change, as work schedule will change on a daily basis.
Able to work intimately with residents, physicians and staff.
Capable of working to prescribe nursing standards.
Good interpersonal and communication skills; has an interest to perform a service.
Valid driver’s license and current auto insurance required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for daily nursing operations of a specific unit/wing.
Performs nursing techniques for the comfort and well-being of the residents; checks each resident daily to determine status; ensures residents reach highest attainable level of functioning.
Prepares equipment and assists physicians during their rounds.
Administers prescribed medications, orally or by injection; provides treatments using therapeutic equipment; ensures proper handling and storage of medications and controlled substances.
Observes residents’ reactions to medication and treatment.
Observes, records, and reports changes in residents’ condition to supervisor and attending physician.
Maintains residents’ medical record by way of documentation, as required by policy.
Assists in planning, supervising and instructing CNAs; assigns daily work assignments to ensure positive outcomes for residents.
Implements and maintains policies.
Ensures that safe work practices are utilized.
Ensure proper infection control techniques are utilized.
Assists in the Continuous Quality Improvement Program and ensures follow-up occurs.
Reports accurately to oncoming shift Charge LPN’s regarding change in resident status and follow-up needs.
Provides input for CNA performance evaluations.
Coaches, counsels and disciplines CNAs as needed; ensures personnel policies are followed.
Recommends staffing, equipment and supply needs to DNS.
Responsible for capturing charges for supplies issued to residents on that unit.
Participates in care planning process and ensures the nursing component is implemented.
Ensures the rights of residents are respected; coordinates with other departments and ensures residents are taken to activities, etc.
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or the Director of Nursing Services.
Must be able to travel to any center within the region/company.
Must be available to work overtime up to double shifts.