LPN

License Practical NurseWelcome to St. Monica Center for Rehabilitation and Healthcare! Our 180-bed facility provides a warm and caring environment for short-term rehab patients, and long-term residents including memory care. Our team of seasoned staff work together to offer excellent service and care to each resident.The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers excellent nursing care while adhering to the Pennsylvania Department of Health regulations and Federal Health Care Administration. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assists with nursing assessments and care planning, administers direct resident care, and supervises resident care provided by unlicensed staff.Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Responsibilities:Provides quality nursing care to residents to maintain or attain the highest practical level of functioningAssesses residents for any decline of condition, signs of change in condition, weight loss, decline in ambulation, change in ADLs, development of skin breakdown, etc.Notifies appropriate staff per facility protocol of the need for evaluation and informs staff on any changes in assessment when appropriateAdministers medications and treatments to residents which includes; monitoring administration of intravenous fluids and placing orders for medicationConfers with residents and families on any issues relating to care and servicesMakes referrals to other departments when appropriateCompletes employee and resident incident reports and complete follow-up investigation formsMaintains accountability for controlled substances by reviewing inventory medications with another licensed nurse and notifying supervisors of any discrepanciesSupervises the CNAs and the unit clerk in regards to work procedures, expediting work flow, evaluations, counseling and disciplinePerforms other related job duties as requiredLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Qualifications:Must have an active license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of PennsylvaniaGraduate from an accredited School of NursingBenefits:$8000 Sign On BonusShift differentialsPaid Time OffMedical/Dental/Vision401KNew Higher Competitive RatesEqual Opportunity Employer