Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Part-Time

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Part-timeFacility: MediLodge of Portage Are you a LPN looking to earn extra income or supplement your current job? Whether you’re saving for travel plans or seeking a rewarding and stable career, MediLodge has the opportunity for you!Why Choose MediLodge?Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.Leading Market Wages: Competitive pay based on experience and shift.Michigan Direct Care Incentive: We offer a Three Dollar and Forty Cent Michigan Direct Care Incentive that is added to your hourly wage.Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet.Employee Assistance Program: Support available for your well-being.Flexible Scheduling: We offer various scheduling options—ask us about what works for you!Unlimited Referral Bonuses: Earn extra by referring others to join our team.We value your contributions, and we want you to experience the professional success and personal fulfillment that comes with making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.Apply Today! Come see what a flexible part-time career opportunity at MediLodge can mean for you!Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) coordinates and provides nursing care for residents and provides supervision and guidance to clinical staff members.Education:Graduate of accredited LPN/LNV school of nursing.Licenses/Certification:Valid LPN/LVN license in the state employed.Valid CPR certification.Experience:One year experience in nursing preferred. Job Functions:Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs.Accurately and promptly implements physicians’ orders.Assigns nursing care to team members in accordance with the resident’s needs and the person’s capabilities and qualifications.Supervises, directs, and evaluates junior staff members and CNAs.Administers medications and performs treatments for assigned residents, and documents that treatment as required by Company, and local, state and federal rules and regulations.Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.Ensures that supplies are utilized economically and equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner.Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents.Coordinates nursing care of residents when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments.Interviews applicants and recommends hires. Participates in counseling, disciplinary action and termination of staff, to extent permitted by state practice act.Supervises nursing unit, which includes scheduling and directing the nursing staff to extent permitted by state practice act.Assures that inventory and supplies are maintained on the unit and communicates need for housekeeping, maintenance, or dietary assistance.Performs other tasks as assigned.Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.Ability to maintain confidentiality.