LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)We're seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Hillview Health Care Center. As an LPN, you'll play a key role in ensuring the health, safety, and emotional well-being of residents through skilled nursing care, teamwork, and leadership. You'll collaborate with staff and families while fostering a culture of respect, trust, and excellence in service.OverviewFLSA: Non-Exempt. This a technical nursing position for the Long-Term Care Campuses of La Crosse County to which employees are appointed by the Director of Nursing Services. Employees work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.Location: Hillview Health Care Center, La Crosse, WIPositions available:AM shift | 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM | Every other weekend and holiday rotationPM shift | 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM | Every other weekend and holiday rotationPay range: $26.37 to $31.13 per hour + shift differentialsStatus: Irregular Part-TimeEssential Leadership FunctionsAct with Integrity and Build TrustDemonstrate mutual respect, humility, and honesty in all interactionsSpeak up appropriately, even when expressing unpopular viewpointsActively listen and remain open-minded to diverse perspectivesDrive for ResultsSet clear goals and objectives to motivate self and others to achieve outcomesSeek new opportunities to improve processes and drive sustainable resultsHold self and others accountable through consistent evaluation and monitoringDevelop Talent and Effective TeamsFoster a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and growthProvide mentorship and support to help self and others reach full potentialRecognize and leverage diverse strengths within self and teamLead with Vision and StrategyUnderstand and communicate a compelling vision that aligns with organizational goalsDevelop and execute comprehensive strategies to achieve long-term objectivesConnect daily work to the bigger picture, inspiring self and others to contribute meaningfullyLead with Paradoxical, Critical, and Agile ThinkingNavigate complex situations by considering multiple perspectivesAdapt quickly to changes and uncertainties in the work environmentMake critical decisions using analytical skills, experience, and input from othersBuild and Maintain Effective RelationshipsCommunicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders across the organizationInfluence others through coaching, consulting, and team-minded thinkingDevelop and sustain partnerships that create positive outcomes for all stakeholdersCultivate Community Engagement and Provide Excellent ServiceUnderstand and address the needs and concerns of the communityIncorporate community perspectives into decision-making processesDrive initiatives that create positive impacts beyond the organizationDemonstrate Emotional IntelligenceShow self-awareness and manage emotions effectively in challenging situationsSeek and respond constructively to feedback, even in the face of setbacksBalance empathy with accountability when leading self and working with othersEssential Job FunctionsProvides care within the provisions of the Nurse Practice Act.Under supervision of a registered nurse, provides direct nursing care including administering medications and treatments.Assists in the training and orientation of new personnel.Evaluates resident needs and assists with the development and implementation of nursing care plans.Makes clinical observations of resident conditions and behavior and makes accurate and complete nursing notes of those observations in the clinical record.Works safely and follows safety practices and standards of the facility; responsible for reporting or correcting any existing or potential safety or accident hazard.Maintains residents' rights and confidentiality of resident information; reports all suspected cases of resident abuse to the Administrator.Determines and supervises work assignments to provide maximum utilization of Nursing Assistants. Responsible to see that assigned tasks are accomplished.Prepares daily shift reports and notifies supervisor of change in resident status.Attends in-service education as provided or mandated.Supports all aspects of person-centered care. Respects and acknowledges individuality and uniqueness of residents.In this public service position, employee is required to be courteous, cooperative and respectful at all times, with the public and clients. Also establishes and maintains a courteous, cooperative and respectful working relationship with other employees, supervisors and public officials.Physical demands: Up to 75% of time is spent standing and talking. Walking, hearing, and using near vision are used about 50% of the time. About 25% of time is spent sitting, bending, twisting, reaching. Activities done about 10% of time include stooping, crouching, low to very high lifting – up to 60 lbs. to transfer residents and pushing residents in wheelchairs. Uses nursing related equipment.Related Job FunctionsEmployee is expected to report to work when scheduled, with minimum use of sick leave, to build up sick leave balance for income protection for unexpected illness.This job description is not intended to encompass every job duty or responsibility but is only illustrative. This position is required to perform other duties as may be assigned or required.Tasks assigned to this position involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood or body fluids.Risk Exposure Categories:1=Tasks may involve exposure to blood/body fluids.2=Tasks do not involve contact with blood/body fluids but could result in performing Category 1 task.3=Tasks do not involve any risk of exposure to blood/body fluid.Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility to maintain a clinical perspective and a therapeutic approach in the provision of care and in professional relationships with residents.Knowledge of medications and skill in their administration as the resident is prescribed.Compliance with standards of nursing practice.Compliance with facility policies and procedures.Ability to coordinate and determine work assignments of subordinate personnel and supervise their job performance.Training, Experience and Other RequirementsRequires graduation from an accredited nursing program with current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Wisconsin.Preference for nursing experience in a long-term care facility.Those persons driving must have and maintain a valid Wisconsin driver license and good driving recordMust maintain a valid Wisconsin nursing license.Must successfully pass a background check as required by the Wisconsin Caregiver Law.Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: La Crosse County is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.If you need accommodations for a disability during the selection or interview process, please get in touch with Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io Process: All applications must be submitted through our career website. Please ensure your application is complete and accurate, our hiring process highly values attention to detail.