Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

• The Good Samaritan Home of Quincy in Quincy, IL  is seeking an LPN Staff Nurse to join our growing team!

We are looking for a compassionate LPN! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a current state LPN license. The primary purpose of your job position is to provide direct nursing care to the residents and to assist in compiling data to complete the resident assessment by the requirements of current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services, or designees, to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

As a Staff Nurse, you are delegated administrative authority and responsibility.

Benefits :

Full Time and Part Time Positions Available 6 : 30am-3 : 00pm, 6 : 30am-7 : 00pm, 2 : 30pm-11pm, 6 : 30pm-7 : 00pm, and 10 : 30pm-7 : 00am

Pay Range - $24.04 - 31.04 / hr

Responsibilities

Participate in the planning and coordination of total patient care in conjunction with the RN and the physician's plan of care, and follow the nursing care plan for each patient

Accurately report and record the patient's condition and care, including signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change

Prepare clinical / progress notes and summaries

Assist the patient with the activities of daily living while teaching appropriate self-care techniques

Provides and maintains a safe environment for the patient

Assist the physician and Registered Nurse in complex nursing situations

Follow universal precautions whenever giving any aspect of patient care

Follow emergency procedures in the event of any catastrophic event, incident, e.g., accident, injury or significant change in the patient's condition

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited program of practical nursing

Proof of current CPR certification

Ability to work flexible schedule

Excellent interpersonal skills

Valid driver’s license or reliable transportation

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination / harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.