Impactful LPN - Long-Term Care | Growth & Perks

Bethesda Health Group; Alton (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403b retirement plan

Daily pay

Bonuses

Career advancement opportunities

Holiday pay

Health, dental, vision, prescription,–

Job summary

Bethesda Health Group is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide basic nursing care in a long-term care setting. You will assess residents on admission and through ongoing care, communicate changes to the IDT, document findings, and participate in care planning with the team.

The role requires IL LPN licensure, CPR/AED, and IV certification with six months to obtain. Prior long-term care experience is preferred, and there is emphasis on safe medication administration and patient

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with IL license.
• Current LPN license in the state of employment.
• CPR and AED certification required or obtainable within six months.
• IV certification required or obtainable within six months.
• Long-term care experience preferred.
• Assess basic nursing care needs of geriatric residents.
• Excellent communication with residents, families and staff.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques with assistance when necessary.
• Move patients weighing 200+ lbs with assistance.
• Push/pull equipment over 40 lbs with assistance.
• Manual dexterity and coordination.
• Visual acuity with color distinction.
• Documentation skills (electronic and written).

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care and assess residents on admission and ongoing.
• Communicate changes to the IDT; document assessments accurately.
• Participate in care planning and update plans as needed.
• Implement nursing interventions per care plan and ensure safe medication administration.
• Administer IV fluids only if IV certified.
• Notify physician promptly using SBARR.
• Monitor resident status and address issues via QAPI process.
• Assist with ADLs and respond to call lights as needed.
• Complete at least twelve hours of nursing-related continuing education.
• Adhere to Bethesda policies and self-study; may perform other duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Physical stamina

Patient care

Education

LPN license (Illinois)

Job description

Bethesda Health Group is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide basic nursing care in a long-term care setting. You will assess residents on admission and through ongoing care, communicate changes to the IDT, document findings, and participate in care planning with the team.

The role requires IL LPN licensure, CPR/AED, and IV certification with six months to obtain. Prior long-term care experience is preferred, and there is emphasis on safe medication administration and patient