Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (Hiring Immediately)

7,500 sign-on bonus AND new wage scale updated 12/1!

7p-7a night shift open

Are you a critical thinker, a skilled communicator and passionate about caring for residents? Are you seeking career advancement? As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at The Laurels of Summit Ridgeyou have the opportunity to use your nursing skills and be a strong contributor to the team.

You will join an experienced, hard-working team that values communication and strong teamwork abilities.

• Supervise the care/services provided by the Certified Nursing Assistants and other team members who care for the residents
• Provide nursing care of residents on the unit assuring all residents receive appropriate care.
• Provide safe and accurate Medication Related interventions to residents.
• Assess the health of residents and notify the physician of changes in status and promptly implement new orders.
• Develop a plan of care based on assessment, implementing nursing care.
• Select and institutes appropriate nursing interventions to stabilize a resident’s condition and /or prevent complications.
• Contribute to the resident’s assessment (MDS/CAA’s) and the development of a plan of care.

Education and/or Experience for LPN:

• Demonstrates knowledge of basic nursing practice with an interest in gerontological nursing.
• Prefer 2 years experience in a long term care setting.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Must have a current state license to practice as a licensed practical nurse (LPN).
• Current CPR certification
• Additional certification in nursing specialty desired.

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