Compassionate LPN: Geriatric Care & Charge Nurse Lead

Liberty Health

Salisbury (NC)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Liberty Health is seeking an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Liberty Commons Nursing and Rehab of Rowan County in North Carolina.

Under RN supervision, you will assist in directing nursing services, delegate tasks, monitor patients, notify physicians in emergencies, and implement orders. A NC LPN license, CPR certification, and a commitment to geriatric care are required.

Qualifications

High school graduate.
Licensed Practical Nurse, graduated from an accredited School of Nursing.
Current, valid license from the North Carolina Board of Nursing and submit proof of license renewal every other year.
Willing to work as charge nurses, and work as needed during emergencies to assure adequate coverage.
CPR certified yearly.
Attend in-service training and other staff meetings as required.

Responsibilities

Assists in direction of nursing services for unit/hall, in accordance with the Nursing Practice Act, and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Delegates duties to professional nurses and non-professional nursing personnel and monitoring work performance under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Observes patients for symptoms and/or reactions, including general physical and/or mental condition for signs, which may be indicative of adverse change.
Assists with notifying attending physician of emergencies and death of patients in the unit. Implement changes in orders as instructed or ordered by physicians.
Performs other duties as assigned.