Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Evenings Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Evenings Job Description Template

Our company is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Evenings to join our team.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with the orientation and training of nursing personnel;
  • Report incidents of suspected resident abuse immediately;
  • Promote inter- and intradepartmental relationships;
  • Responsible for supervision of nursing assistants working on shift;
  • Prepare and administer medications according to procedure and be aware of pharmacologic and therapeutic effect;
  • Participate in the staff development program;
  • Transcribes physicians orders;
  • Provide nursing care in accordance with nursing facility and nursing service policies and procedures;
  • Observe, report, and record resident reaction to drugs, test, treatments, and therapeutic measures;
  • Participate in formal and informal staff development in-service programs, workshops, institutes, and conferences;
  • Inform charge nurse of nursing activities and condition of each resident.

Requirements:

  • Demonstrate humility;
  • Continuing education annually or as required by the State Board of Nursing;
  • Current/active, unencumbered state nursing license in the state of practice/residency;
  • The ability to work a full shift, come to work on time and work overtime as needed;
  • Minimum of one year experience at a senior living or skilled nursing facility as a Licensed Practical Nurse;
  • Meets all mandatory health requirements by State regulations;
  • Remain flexible and adaptable;
  • Strive for excellence in all aspects of the job;
  • Work with integrity in all interactions;
  • Engage others in fun and creative activities;
  • Exemplify and be an influential team player;
  • Uphold the principles of our mission: to enrich life through meaningful relationships and vibrant communities;
  • The ability to work according to the necessary schedule to meet job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation;
  • Work harmoniously with other employees and develop/maintain good employee relations and employee morale;
  • Express compassion for residents, staff and guests on a consistent basis.