Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Overview

Grandview Healthcare Center is now hiring dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who are committed to providing the best care for our residents. We are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great, supportive working environment for our dedicated staff!

Benefits

• Top-paying facility in the area!
• Increased Pay Rates!
• Weekly Pay
• Shift Differential! $2.00 for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance!
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package!
• Centralized location. Easy access to bus routes.
• Friendly staff and positive work atmosphere - Great leadership team!

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position summary:

Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document resident progress in the medical record.
• Monitor turning and positioning of residents.
• Obtain changes in the physician’s orders as indicated by the resident’s progress or lack of progress.
• Communicate pertinent information about the resident's condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors, and the Director of Nursing, as indicated.
• Maintain a clean, orderly treatment cart and restock treatment supplies.
• Follow Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures.
• Document pressure sore status weekly or more often as the condition changes.
• Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.
• Participate in educational programs for residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is being discharged to home.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse, current state license in CT.
• At least one (1) year of Skilled Nursing experience preferred.
• Must have a current/active CPR certification.
• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.

To Apply

If you are a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse looking for a rewarding career, please apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!