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Location: Lakeland Villa
Department: VIL - NURSING
Schedule: Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift, 0645-1515
Location: Lakeland Villa
Department: VIL - NURSING
Schedule: Full Time, 8HR Evening Shift, 1445-2315
Summary:
POSITION SUMMARY Administers nursing care in a nursing home environment under the supervision of a registered nurse. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care. Ensures the health, comfort and safety of patients. Requires a high school diploma and certification as a LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Current LPN License in State of Georgia. Current Healthcare Provider CPR required.
- One (1) year experience in related acute care specialty preferred.
- Ability to work well individually and as a team member.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patient/family units.
- Ability to read and interpret policies and standards.
- Strong clinical skills in assessment, intervention, documentation and evaluation.
- Ability to communicate clearly with, and care for diverse population of patients/family units of all ages, a variety of cultures, and/or persons occasionally exhibiting stressed behaviors.
- Ability to operate clinical equipment, computer and telecommunications devices.
