Licensed Practical Nurse

PREMIER HEALTHCARE CONSULTANTS; Alabama; On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career Growth

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Voluntary Benefits

401k

Shift Differentials

PTO

Overtime

Employee Events

Staffing Ratios

Leadership Team

Job summary

Premier Healthcare Consultants in Alabama is hiring immediately a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for all shifts. 12 hour Day and Night shifts available, with a sign-on bonus for full-time LPNs.

We provide paid training for new grads and a supportive facility environment to start your nursing career. ESSENTIAL DUTIES include patient assessment, medication administration, care planning, supervision of CNAs, and ensuring accurate documentation in accordance with policies and state/federal

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Valid State licensure as an LPN/LVN.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
• Administers medications and treatments.
• Participates in the care planning process.
• Supervises CNAs and oversees ADLs and documentation.
• Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident's conditions and test results.
• Documents assessments and care in accordance with standards of care and company policy.
• Educates patients and families on health-related issues.
• Completes required forms in line with company policy and regulations.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

Job description

12 hour Day and Night shifts available!

*** Sign-on Bonus available for Full-time LPN's ***

Immediately Hiring Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for all shifts!

We offer paid training for new grads. Start your career at an amazing facility!

• Opportunities for Career Growth
• Comprehensive Health/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance
• Voluntary Insurance benefits offered
• Pay in lieu of benefits options
• 401k
• Generous Shift Differentials
• Paid time off (PTO) package and Holiday Pay
• Overtime Opportunities Available
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Supportive Staffing Ratios
• FUN and Friendly Work Environment - GREAT leadership team!

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

SUMMARY

A licensed practical nurse (LPN)[referred to as LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse - in some states]provides care andtreatment in accordance with physician orders. Works in a team environment and within scope of practice as defined by State.The LPN / LVN works under the direction of physicians and registered nurses (RNs).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
• Administers medications and treatments,
• Participates in the care planning process.
• Supervises Nursing Assistants, oversees ADLs and documentation.
• Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident's conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
• Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
• Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Valid State licensure as an LPN / LVN.
• Current CPR certification.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists RN Charge Nurses in supervision of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and others whom they are administratively or professionally responsible for.Assists with completing annual evaluations for potential merit increases for direct reports.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

Shift work may be required. Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds.Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. Incompliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions of the position.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Participates in (or conducts) company-sponsored training to safeguard against improper use and disclosure of resident'sprotected health information. Monitors and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures and state and federal law.