Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Posted Salary Range: USD $33.00 - USD $33.00 /Hr.

Overview:

Licensed Practical Nuse (LPN)

*$1,000 SIGN ON BONUS*

It is also a great, supportive working environment for our dedicated staff!

• Top paying facility in the area!
• Increased Pay Rates!
• Weekly Pay
• Shift Differential! $2.00 for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Monthly Bonuses!
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance!
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package!
• 401k Plan
• Centralized location. Easy access to bus routes.
• Friendly staff and positive work atmosphere - Great leadership team!

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position summary:

Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Qualifications:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Requirements/Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse current state license in CT.
• At least one (1) year of Skilled Nursing experience preferred.
• Must have a current/active CPR certification.
• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assess and document resident progress in the medical record.
• Monitor turning and positioning of residents.
• Obtain changes in physician’s orders as indicated by resident’s progress or lack of progress.
• Communicate pertinent information about resident condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors, and Director of Nursing, as indicated.
• Maintain clean, orderly treatment cart and restock treatment supplies.
• Follow Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures.
• Document pressure sore status weekly or more often as condition changes.
• Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.
• Participate in educational programs for residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is being discharged to home.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities, as assigned.