Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Now hiring LPNs

Must have a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program, prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required, current unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in practicing state, and current CPR certification.

***Now Offering a Sign On Bonus for Full Time Employees***

***Grab This Opportunity While It Lasts***

***At Lafayette Center We Are All One Friendly Family***

LPN Job Responsibilities & Duties:

Direct the daily activities of the LNA’s in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations & guidelines and established facility policies and procedures.

Ensure that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned.

Participate in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required.

Observe for changes in residents’ status, notifying the physician and resident’s family or representative and documenting accordingly.

Transcribe physician orders to medical record and carries out orders as written.

Prepare and administers medications as per physicians’ orders & observes for adverse effects.

Perform wound treatments per physicians’ orders, observe and document accordingly.

Schedule follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated.

Provides nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit.

Provides direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with policies and procedures.

Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team. Informs appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and files grievances as necessary.

Initiates, reviews and updates care plans. Participates in survey process and in end-of-life care as required. 

Ensures medications, supplies, and equipment are stocked.

Maintain confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written and electronic communications.

Lafayette Center offers a rich benefits package including:

Competitive Pay

Low-cost Health Insurance

Free Life Insurance 

Paid Time Off

Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Short and Long-term Disability Insurance

Ancillary Insurance available (including accident, cancer, hospital & critical illness)

We value strong community connections and opportunities to serve.

We look forward to having you join our team!