Bowling Green- Village Manor - Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LPN Licensed Practical Nurse :

NEW WAGE INCREASE)

Full-Time, Part-Time and PRN available

The LPN is responsible for demonstrating knowledge and application of job duties within scope of practice and functions under the direction of the Director of Nursing;

supervises nursing activities and provides direct nursing care during assigned duty hours; participates in unit activities, promotes independence, encourages socialization, and advocates for the quality of life of our residents!

The incumbent performs job responsibilities without posing a significant risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of him / her or others while maintaining compliance with all policies and procedures of Christian Care Communities and within the parameters of the Organization’s mission, vision, and values.

• Initiates a resident education plan according to the individualized needs of the resident, as prescribed by Physician and / or organization policy
• Explains procedures and treatments to resident and family, to gain cooperation, understanding, and to allay apprehension
• Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of resident
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques
• Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and to assess condition of resident
• Documents nursing history and physical assessments of assigned residents
• Observes resident; records significant conditions and reactions, and notifies supervisor or physician of patient’s condition, reaction to drugs, treatments or if there is a significant incident
• Notifies resident’s physician and appropriate responsible party / POA when there is a change in the resident’s condition or upon the death of a resident
• Prepares equipment and accompanies and aids physicians during rounds; assists with examinations, and consults with physician as necessary in planning resident care, treatment and rehabilitation
• Performs emergency treatment when necessary based upon nursing standards, policies, procedures, and protocol.

Qualifications :

Required License and / or Certification : Licensed as LPN , Commonwealth of Kentucky

LPN Licensed Practical Nurse :

BENEFITS :

• Competitive Pay
• Weekly Pay with PayActiv
• Paid Vacation, Sick Days and Holidays
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Comprehensive Wellness Program with Incentives
• Paid Group Term Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) and 403(b)
• Education Assistance
30+ days ago