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SalaryWe are looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care for our residents in our Personal Care Home, in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of the CEO. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding. A background in mental health is highly preferrable.
Responsibilities
- Record a patient’s medical history accurately
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
- Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
- When needed assist ailing patients in ADL's such as eating, bathing etc.
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
- Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
- Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions
- Supervise All Direct Care Staff with assistance of a Shift Supervisor.
Skills
- Proven experience as LPN or similar role
- ability to manage a caseload and provide support to Care Managers
- Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with hospital health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
- Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
- Strong physical condition and stamina
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and able to handle stress with integrity
- Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
- Ability to be professional and kind, patient and supportive
- Must be willing to serve on-call rotation and some weekend work
- Must have experience in preventative care to improve health outcomes
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Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $33.83 - $36.14 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Completion bonus
- Differential pay
- Overtime pay
Supplemental schedule:
- On call
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Education:
- Associate (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations
