Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Company & Job Description Overview: Highland Care Center is currently searching for talented Registered Nurse’s or Licensed Practical Nurse's to join our team! RN/LPN Responsibilities: Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to carry out the duties of this job. Receive reports at the beginning of each shift. Assess the physical and emotional status of each resident and evaluate their need for continued or immediate care. Delegate responsibility for the direct care of each resident to appropriate nursing personnel according to needs, physical layout of care areas and staff ability. Be responsible for all phases of direct resident care, within the guidelines of the Nurse Practice Act. Ensure that nursing staff perform all restorative measures recommended in the plan of care and required by each resident’s condition. Report all incidents of change in resident’s condition to the Director of Nursing. Assist physicians on rounds and keep them informed of the status of each resident, changes in condition and medical emergencies. Plan working schedule to allow for education, supervision, and evaluations of performance for all nursing personnel during the shift. Maintain completeness of resident charts and individual care plans, making sure entries are timely, informative, and descriptive of resident’s condition. Write daily nursing notes on all skilled residents, and monthly summary notes on each resident according to posted schedule. Be responsible for timely execution of all physician orders, including laboratory testing, specialized therapy orders, and preparation and administration of all medications as indicated. Our facilities deliver outstanding care as well as foster strong employee bonds. We offer short-term to long-term care and a variety of living options and professional clinical services. We are changing how care is delivered by bringing together people like you: compassionate, highly skilled, and motivated to make a difference! Daily Pay Available** RN/LPN Requirements: Must have a valid RN or LPN license in good standing. Successful completion of a training and competency evaluation program required. Completion of orientation required by company policy. Health screening and TB test (if required) within two weeks of employment. Mandatory drug test within 90 days of hire. Must be free of criminal activity proven by a criminal background check. Show within three (3) days of hire satisfactory evidence of identity and eligibility for employment. Highschool Diploma or equivalent. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Eduro Healthcare provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Job Type: Full-time, NOC shift Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matchingDental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Vision insurance Medical specialties: Geriatrics Physical setting: Long term care Nursing home Rehabilitation center License/Certification: RN or LPN Ability to Commute: Salt Lake City, UT (Required) Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr