Long-Term Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Fair View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Job Description

Job Description

General Information:Job title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)Location: Fair View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - Mauston, WIAvailable Positions: Part-time 1, 64 hours per pay period; PM Shift 2:00pm - 10:30pmPart-time 2, 32 hours per pay period; Day Shift 6:00am - 2:30pmWeekend rotation: Every other weekend Weekend shift differential availableHoliday rotation: Rotating holidaysPosition Summary:Works under the supervision of a qualified RN and the Director of Nursing. Participates in the planning, implementation of nursing care, within the objectives, procedures, and policies of the department and within the parameters of his or her standards of practice for a licensed practical nurse. Cooperates with the members of the nursing and medical staffs and other departments.Position Responsibilities:Provides direct and individualized care to an assigned group of patients based on the application of scientific principles, under the supervision of a registered professional nurse.Assists in relevant health teaching for resident and family.Shares responsibility for the planning and implementation of nursing care plans and nursing care.Participates in team conferences, sharing knowledge, information, and ideas among team members.Prepares, administers, and records medication in accordance with policy regarding the administration of medications by an LPN.Performs more complex nursing activities as competence increases.Participates in emergency care.Communicates frequently with the team leader regarding patient's physical and mental conditions.Records information concisely, accurately, and completely. Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication.Constructively participates in appropriate committees within the nursing department and/or the hospital.Promptly answers resident call lights and requests.Other duties as requested within scope of practice. Position Requirements:Minimum Education:Graduate of an accredited LPN programCurrent LPN license to practice in the stateRequired Skills:Current CPR certificationExcellent customer service skillsSelf-directingEmpathy for the needs of patientsEffective verbal and written communication skillsAbility to communicate through spoken and written EnglishTreats patients and others with courtesy and respectEnsures confidentiality and security of patient's medical information