LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Hopkins Rehabilitation & Care Center A place of comfort, care, and community LPNs – up to $36.50/hour Shift Times: Day Shift (7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.) Night Shift (7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.) Qualifications: Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) currently licensed in the State of Ohio. Knowledge, Skills: Knowledge in techniques and practices in the healthcare of the elderly and disabled. Thorough knowledge of the accepted practices/procedures in health and maintenance, including record keeping and documentation of planned care. Ability to communicate orally, in writing and via computer in a professional manner. Ability to establish and maintain good rapport with residents, staff and visitors. Job Duties: Abide by the Ohio nursing board scope of practice. Display critical thinking skills in emergencies and daily assessments. Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physician. Accurately document on the administration records as directed in nursing policies and procedures. Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers of residents. Review resident care, recommend changes, and implement changes when necessary, report changes to physicians, care providers, families, POA’s as appropriate. Review physicians’ orders to ensure accuracy of medication and treatment administration. Order necessary medications and treatment supplies for resident. Maintain medication and treatment carts and medication room in a clean orderly fashion. Maintain record of medication room refrigerator temperature. Check to ensure appropriate temperature is maintained. Keep medication carts and room free from open, undated vials and outdated medications. Accountable for narcotic count and records. Ensure that catheter bags, tube feeding supplies and oxygen supplies are dated and clean. Provide leadership in nonprofessional staff assigned to unit. Instruct residents in self-help and self-care. Report discrepancies on all orders, diet etc. to charge nurse, physician, as appropriate. Participate in patient care planning by providing nursing input. Develop and maintain good relationships with families and residents and exhibit empathy and understanding of their feelings and concerns. Report needs and concerns for in‑services. Recognize safety hazards, address them and report them to supervisor or unit coordinator. Assist with resident care as necessary. Attend education in‑services and maintain professional license expectations. Practice and adhere to infection control policies. Benefits: Competitive Pay & Benefits. Pay On‑Demand – get paid before pay day. Affordable insurance offerings – health, dental, vision & supplemental insurances. Employer‑Paid Life Insurance. Paid Time Off. Paid Holidays. Paid Orientation. 401k. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hopkins Rehabilitation & Care Center