Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN - Lifelong Health Smithfield
Core
Administer medications and treatments, supervise auxiliary staff, and develop individual service plans for residents in a long-term care facility.
Role type
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Builds
Nursing care plans and resident safety protocols
Domain
Healthcare / Long-term care
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Medication administration, resident care planning, staff supervision, documentation, policy compliance
Preferred skills
1+ years LPN experience in long-term care
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Administer medications and treatments, assign duties to non-professional staff, contribute to individual service plans, identify changes in resident condition
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC
Full job description
Smithfield, Virginia
Hiring Range
$28.50 - $39.00/Hourly
Actual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs
Overview
Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor, and ultimately responsible to the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing and Director of Quality Care Management. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in the planning and implementation of nursing care and provides for the emotional, physical comfort and safety of the residents and their families. Assists in supervision of auxiliary personnel.
What you will do
• Medications and treatments are administered accurately and according to provider's orders.
• Allows resident choices within limits of capability considering safety /dignity issues and follows policies and procedures of facility to include resident privacy and dignity.
• Assigns duties to non-professional staff such as CNAs according to education, training, policy and resident need in order to assure quality resident care is delivered. Engages team members for optimal performance and addresses performance as needed.
• Contributes to the development, maintenance, or modifications to the individual service plans. Identifies changes in condition with proper documentation according to nursing practice standards. Demonstrates consistent follow through for positive resident outcomes. Utilizes good judgment and specialized skills.
Qualifications
Experience
• Less than 1 year 6 Months LPN Nursing Experience in a Long-Term Care/Senior Living Facility (Required)
• 1 year LPN Nursing Experience (Preferred)
Licenses and Certifications
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)
Other Requirements
• Weekend Shifts
• Irregular Shifts
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