Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

The Citadel of Wilmette is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their team! As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), you will be caring for a group of residents and assuming responsibility and accountability for them. Nursing is provided through assessment, implementation, and evaluation of the plan of care. 

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides licensed care to assigned residents as ordered by physician and in accordance with facility, federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
• Provides required resident assessments/observations and interventions, reviewing care plans to ensure appropriate care. 
• Takes and records residents blood pressure and vital signs, administers catheter care, administers IV therapy to residents as ordered within license limitations, and provides respiratory care, e.g. oxygen, nebulizer treatments. 
• Charts nurse’s notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident’s response to the care. 
• Ensures the resident’s environment is as free from accidents and hazards. Immediately corrects/addresses potential safety risks as prudent and warranted. 
• Monitors and directs non-licensed ancillary services as deemed necessary to meet professional standards and maintain the highest practicable level of resident care.
• Communicate/report information to residents, resident families, physicians, guardians, governmental agencies, and facility personnel as required by facility policy and State/Federal guidelines. 
• Ensures that all aspects of resident care plans are implemented and maintained. Make recommendations for care plan changes to the IDT per professional standards. 
• Ensures compliance with infection control standards. Immediately corrects/addresses identified instances of non-compliance. 
• Follows and adheres to company policies and procedures regarding HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability) compliance. 
• All other duties, as assigned.

Licensed Practical (LPN) Nurse Qualifications and Skills:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English. 
• Ability to multi-task and remain calm under stress. 
• Analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Understands and follows infection control standards, policies and procedures.
• Must be able to adapt to a flexible work schedule and occasional overnight travel.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Education and Experience:

• Nursing Degree or diploma from an accredited College or University. 
• Possess a current license to practice in the State as a Licensed Practical Nurse. 
• 1 year of experience preferred.
• Long-Term care experience preferred.

Physical Requirements: 

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required. 
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards. Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.

Citadel Healthcare Benefits:

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• 401(k) with company match
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical insurance.
• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off

Apply to join a growing team today!

Citadel Healthcare has a long and successful history of providing long and short-term skilled nursing care. At Citadel, we are committed to personalized, integrated care that factors in the total well-being of every guest and their family members, and that does not just meet, but exceeds, their expectations. As part of this empathetic, respectful culture of care, we are dedicated to meeting individual preferences and needs in order to help each guest feel at home and achieve an optimal health outcome- our number one goal.

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Citadel Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.