Compassionate LPN – Geriatric Care & Vital Signs Expert

The Wyndmoor Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wyndmoor Group in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our care team, providing quality nursing care to geriatric residents, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and offering emotional support.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, experienced, and able to work in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, educating residents and families on health maintenance, and reporting changes to the supervising nurse.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as LPN by the state.
• Ability to provide care for geriatric residents and adapt to changing needs.
• Strong communication with patients, families, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician.
• Monitor vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse).
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Educate patients and families about health care maintenance.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to supervising nurse.
• Assist with geriatric care needs.

Skills

Compassionate

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Decision making

Patient care for elderly

Education

LPN license (state)

Job description

The Wyndmoor Group in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our care team, providing quality nursing care to geriatric residents, administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and offering emotional support.

The ideal candidate is compassionate, experienced, and able to work in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, educating residents and families on health maintenance, and reporting changes to the supervising nurse.