Geriatric LPN: Care Plans, Med Admin & Team Lead

Baptist Health Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkway Health Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its geriatric care team. The LPN will carefully collect admission and ongoing resident data, report abnormalities to the RN and Physician, and administer medications according to orders and policy.

The role includes implementing the care plan and supervising CNAs, while maintaining a safe, clean care environment. Responsibilities also include coordinating physician consults and tests per protocol, prioritizing tasks, and

Qualifications

• Maintain a current Arkansas Practical Nurse License and active practice.
• Demonstrate knowledge in geriatric nursing care and safety.
• Ability to prioritize and collaborate with the nursing team.

Responsibilities

• Collect and document admission and ongoing resident data with accuracy.
• Administer medications per physician orders and policies.
• Implement the plan of care as directed by RN/Physician.
• Supervise Certified Nursing Assistants and ensure safe care.
• Maintain clean, safe environment and manage physician tests per protocol.

Skills

Geriatric care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Education

Arkansas Practical Nurse License

Job description

Parkway Health Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its geriatric care team. The LPN will carefully collect admission and ongoing resident data, report abnormalities to the RN and Physician, and administer medications according to orders and policy.

The role includes implementing the care plan and supervising CNAs, while maintaining a safe, clean care environment. Responsibilities also include coordinating physician consults and tests per protocol, prioritizing tasks, and