Geriatric LPN - Med Administration & Patient Care

Ave Maria Home; Bartlett (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hireology seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide geriatric nursing care in Bartlett, TN. You will dispense medications, monitor patient conditions, and maintain accurate nursing records under physician direction and the Director of Assisted Living.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, hold current state registration, and possess a health card. Experience in geriatrics is helpful; strong communication and teamwork are essential for safe, compassionate

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current registration with State Board of Examiners.
• Current Health Card.
• Experience in geriatrics helpful; interest in geriatric nursing essential.
• Ability to instruct auxiliary personnel and supervise patient care.

Responsibilities

• Dispensing of medications and treatments as ordered by physician of record.
• Note if medications are correct dosage, strength labeled and if supply is adequate.
• Maintain correct records of medications and treatments.
• Make notes of all pertinent information regarding patient's condition on nurse's notes.
• Make nursing care assignments and check to assure said assignments are carried out.
• Instruct and supervise patient care as needed.
• Maintain clean and orderly safe environment for patients and staff under supervision.
• Orientation to nursing home fire and emergency plan.

Skills

Geriatric nursing interest

Nursing patient care

Record keeping

Education

LPN/LVN licensed

BLS Certification

Health Card

Job description

Hireology seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN/LVN) to provide geriatric nursing care in Bartlett, TN. You will dispense medications, monitor patient conditions, and maintain accurate nursing records under physician direction and the Director of Assisted Living.

Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited School of Nursing, hold current state registration, and possess a health card. Experience in geriatrics is helpful; strong communication and teamwork are essential for safe, compassionate