Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- •Night Shift •

Birchwood Terrace Rehabilitation and Healthcare -

NEW- WE ARE NOW OFFERING A $10,000 ANNUAL RETENTION BONUS ON TOP OF A $8,000 S IGN ON-BONUS and $20,000 in TUITION REIMBURSEMENT!!!

Summary :

The LPN Nurse works the night shift on a designated nursing unit and assures smooth operations of the unit under the direction of supervision of a Registered Nurse. Scope of work may be modified by State specific rules under the Nurse Practice Act.

Education :

Graduate of accredited LPN School Nursing.

Licenses / Certification :

Current valid LPN license in the state employed.

Valid CPR certification

Experience :

At least one (1) year nursing experience preferred.

Evidence of continuing education or special preparation or experience in gerontological nursing and / or long-term care nursing desirable.

Essential Functions :

• Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner.
• Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents promptly to RN.
• Provides oncoming shift and supervisors with accurate and complete resident status report.
• Receives and record physicians’ orders.
• Coordinates, directs and evaluates staff (i.e., Medication Aides / Medication Techs, Nurse Aides, etc.) as directed.
• Assures compliance with policies and procedures.
• Reports problems and complaints timely to the Nurse Manager.
• Provides feedback to Nurse Managers regarding performance of Nurse Aides.
• Coordinates nursing assignment, which includes directing assigned nursing staff to the extent permitted by state practice act.