LPN, Healthcare Nursing, LPN​/LVN

Overview

LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Job Title
: LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

Location: Grand Island, NE

Department: Nursing

Reports to: DON

Position Type: Full-time

Shifts Available: 6p-6a with rotating weekends

• Patient Care:
  Provide direct nursing care to residents, including administering medications, wound care, and treatments as prescribed by the physician.
• Monitoring and Assessment:
  Monitor residents’ vital signs, document their progress, and report any significant changes to the Charge Nurse or Director of Nursing.
• Care Planning:
  Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans, ensuring they are tailored to meet each resident’s needs.
• Communication:
  Maintain clear and accurate documentation of patient care, communicate effectively with residents, families, and the healthcare team.
• Compliance:
  Adhere to all facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including infection control and safety protocols.
• Support:
  Provide emotional support and education to residents and their families, helping them understand care plans and health conditions.
• Team
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, including RNs, CNAs, physicians, and therapists, to deliver coordinated and comprehensive care.

• Licensure:
  Valid LPN/LVN license in Nebraska or Multi-state
• Education:
  
  Graduation from an accredited LPN/LVN program.
• Experience:
  
  Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or similar healthcare setting preferred.
• Certifications:
  
  Current CPR/BLS certification required. Additional certifications may be required based on state regulations.
• Communications:
  Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team of healthcare professionals and build positive relationships with residents and their families.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to lift and move patients, perform physical assessments, and stand for extended periods.

• Ability to perform assessments
• Administer medications
• Provide wound care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401K
• PTO Plan