Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Compensation $35.00 - $42.00 per hour Job Type : Full Time & Part Time Minimum Level of Education - Associate DESCRIPTION Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - up to a $5,000 sign-on bonus!* Part-Time and Full-Time Opportunities Hourly rate ranges between $35 and $42, depending on the shift; weekly pay. Openings, all including every other weekend, include: - 16 hours on 7a-3p - 40 hours on 3p-11p - 40 hours on 11p-7a As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Berkshire Rehabilitation & Skilled Care Center, your job is to provide direct nursing care under the supervision of the RN to residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by the nursing assistant to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Requirements: - Must be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program - Must be CPR certified - Must possess a current, unencumbered license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state, or be in the process of obtaining a license - New graduates welcome! Duties and Responsibilities: - Meet the nursing and rehabilitation needs of each resident - Maintain current resident care plans on all residents under his/her care - Follow physician?s orders, renders, and/or assist with complete nursing care, treatments, dressings, and other physician orders - Review patient records daily to ensure accuracy and completeness - Document comprehensive and complete nursing notes - Visit each resident daily to evaluate resident needs - Maintain accurate awareness of residents on alert list - Document and report any unusual or significant findings; contact the physician when necessary Additional Requirements: - Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language - Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions - Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public - Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care - Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel *Employment conditions apply Benefits: - Competitive and Weekly Pay - Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees - Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees - Career Advancement Opportunities - Exclusive Employer Discount Program Available for Eligible Team Members: - Employer Paid Life Insurance - 401(k) with Employer Match - Vacation and Personal Time - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).