Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Are you a caring LPN looking to make strong connections and an impact on patients?

We have Full-time and Part-time LPN Opportunities available!

 

Lexington:

Bluegrass Care & Rehab - 3576 Pimlico Parkway

Mayfair Manor - 3300 Tates Creek Road

 

Surrounding areas:

Fountain Circle Care and Rehab - Winchester, KY

Signature HealthCARE at Heritage Hall - Lawrenceburg, KY

Danville Centre for Health & Rehab - Danville, KY

Harrodsburg Health & Rehab - Harrodsburg, KY

Signature HealthCARE of Georgetown - Georgetown, KY

 

Apply Now and find your next opportunity!

 

 

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, wound care, and skilled nursing procedures.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and ensure comfort, dignity, and safety at all times.
• Supervise and direct nursing assistants and medication aides during the assigned shift in accordance with facility policies and regulations, as applicable.
• Monitor and observe residents’ physical and emotional status; notify the attending physician and responsible party of any change in condition.
• Develop, implement, and review individualized resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation per facility policy and procedure.
• Coordinate resident admissions, transfers, and discharges according to established procedures.
• Participate in quality assurance activities, staff education, and regulatory surveys as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or designee.

 

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice.
• CPR/BLS certification preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
• Minimum one (1) year of clinical nursing experience; long-term care experience, preferred.
• Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role, preferred.
• Strong clinical observation, medication administration, and documentation skills.
• Knowledge of Federal and State long-term care regulations.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and exercise sound clinical judgment.
• Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.