(Baylor) Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Summerford-Health-and-Rehab-LL; Falkville (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Life Insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Summerford Health and Rehab LLC seeks a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide patient-centered nursing care under physician orders. Works in a team with RNs, CNAs, and other staff to ensure quality care.

The role includes medication administration, care planning participation, and strict documentation adherence in a supportive, patient-focused environment with opportunities for growth and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Valid State licensure as an LPN/LVN.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients by physical examination and diagnostic testing.
• Administer medications and treatments.
• Participate in care planning.
• Supervise CNAs and oversee ADLs and documentation.
• Communicate with physicians regarding patient changes.
• Document assessments and care per standards.
• Educate patients and families on health topics.
• Complete forms and comply with policies.

Skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Education

LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

***Sign-on Bonus available for Full-Time Baylor LPN's***

12 hour shifts available

New Grads & Walk-ins Welcome!

• Saturday / Sunday / 1 Weekday
• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance benefits offered
• Pay in lieu of benefits options
• 401k
• Generous Shift Differentials
• Paid time off (PTO) package and Holiday Pay
• Overtime Opportunities Available
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Supportive Staffing Ratios
• FUN and Friendly Work Environment - GREAT leadership team!

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

SUMMARY

A licensed practical nurse (LPN) [referred to as LVN — Licensed Vocational Nurse — in some states] provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders. Works in a team environment and within scope of practice as defined by State. The LPN / LVN works under the direction of physicians and registered nurses (RNs).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
• Administers medications and treatments,
• Participates in the care planning process.
• Supervises Nursing Assistants, oversees ADLs and documentation.
• Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident's conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
• Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
• Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Valid State licensure as an LPN / LVN.
• Current CPR certification.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists RN Charge Nurses in supervision of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and others whom they are administratively or professionally responsible for. Assists with completing annual evaluations for potential merit increases for direct reports.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds. Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident's protected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.