Day Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Registered Nurse (RN)

Chautauqua-Health-and-Rehabilitation; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Chautauqua Health & Rehabilitation in Owensboro, KY is hiring LPNs and RNs to join our care team. We value respect, collaboration, and quality care, providing training and growth opportunities in a warm, supportive environment where your skills matter and your contributions are recognized.

As a member of our team you will coordinate with the healthcare staff to assess and implement patient care plans, administer medications, monitor vital signs, and participate in discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Current LPN/RN license in the state.
• At least one year of LPN/RN experience in a long-term care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of MatrixCare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Consults and coordinates with healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
• Prepares and administers medications; reports adverse reactions per policy.
• Educates patients on surgical procedures.
• Records patients' medical information and vital signs.
• Monitors equipment and interprets electronic displays.
• Participates in discharge planning and time management.

Skills

Patient care coordination

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Tools

MatrixCare

Job description

Shift Type: Full-time, Day shift

Chautauqua Health & Rehabilitation is seeking LPNs and RNs to join our team!

We are a place that values respect, collaboration, and quality care above all else. Our team is dedicated to creating a warm, supportive environment where both staff and residents thrive! We provide a range of resources, ongoing training, and opportunities for growth to help you build your skills and advance your career. If you’re looking for a place where your skills are valued, your career can grow, and your contributions truly matter, then Chautauqua Health & Rehabilitation is the place for you!

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LPN/RN Job Description:

• Consults and coordinates with healthcare team members to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans

• Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Report adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse.

• Educates patients on surgical procedures

• Records patients' medical information and vital signs.

• Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays.

• Initiates corrective action whenever the patient displays adverse symptomatology

• Provides bedside care for a wide variety of medical patients, including pre- and post-surgery patients.

• Changes dressings, inserts catheters, and starts IVs

• Prepares equipment and aids the physician during the examination and treatment of a patient

• Responds to life-saving situations based on nursing standards and protocol

• Participates in discharge planning.

• Utilizes time management skills.

• Records all care information concisely, accurately, and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format, and on the appropriate forms.

• Performs other position-related duties as assigned, depending on the assignment setting

LPN/RN Requirements:

• Current LPN/RN license in the state

• At least one year of LPN/RN experience in a long-term care setting is preferred.

• Knowledge of MatrixCare preferred

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.