Licensed Practical Nurse - LTC

LPN - Good ShepherdGood Shepherd Home – Bethlehem is for individuals 18 years of age and older requiring residential nursing care. Primary diagnoses served include, but are not limited to, cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, quadriplegia, Multiple Sclerosis, traumatic brain injury and spina bifida. Each resident and his or her family are active participants in the development of a care plan.Job SummaryPromotes and restores residents' health by completing the nursing process. Collaborates with physicians, RNs, and interdisciplinary team members. Provides physical and psychological support to residents, friends, and families. Delegates and evaluates care assigned CNAs to meet resident care needs.Essential FunctionsIdentifies Resident Care RequirementsEstablishes a Compassionate EnvironmentPromotes Resident IndependenceAssures Quality of CareResolves Resident Problems & NeedsDocuments Residents Care ServicesMaintains Confidential InformationMaintains Safe & Clean Working EnvironmentEnsures Resident SafetyEnsures Operation of EquipmentDemonstrates Financial AccountabilityMaintains Professional & Technical KnowledgeMaintains Cooperative Relationships Among Health Care TeamsContributes to Organizational Team EffortQualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education: Graduate of an accredited program requiredWork Experience: 2-4 years of LTC or Rehab experience preferredLicenses / Certifications: LPN license required, Basic Life Support / CPR, as a healthcare provider, per the American Heart Association required, NAPNES certification preferred.