Licensed Practical Nurse

Goldwater Care; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldwater Care Pontiac is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct nursing care and supervise daily activities for residents in our long-term care facility. You will ensure high-quality care and maintain accurate records under the Director of Nursing.

The role includes supervising CNAs, transcribing orders, charting notes, and administering medications. Candidates should have an active LPN license, CPR certification, and LT-Care experience; 12-hour shifts required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure.
• Current CPR Certification.
• Experience in Long Term Care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, under the supervision of the Director of Nursing.
• Supervise day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants.
• Complete and file required recordkeeping forms/charts upon admission, transfer, and/or discharge.
• Receive and transcribe telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physician’s Order Form.
• Chart nurse notes in an informative and descriptive manner.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by physicians.
• Provide leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift.

Skills

LPN licensure

CPR certification

Long Term Care experience

12-hour shifts

Education

LPN license

Job description

$10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS

Job Summary:

At Goldwater Care Pontiac, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care to our residents. As an LPN, you will play a vital role in delivering personalized care and support to our residents. Our LPNs are responsible for providing direct nursing care, supervising day-to-day nursing activities, and ensuring the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. If you share our passion for delivering compassionate care and making a difference in people's lives, we encourage you to join our team.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, under the supervision of the Director of Nursing




• Supervise day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants




• Complete and file required recordkeeping forms/charts upon admission, transfer, and/or discharge




• Receive and transcribe telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physician’s Order Form




• Chart nurse notes in an informative and descriptive manner




• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by physicians




• Provide leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift

Benefits Offered (full-time):

• Medical Insurance




• Dental Insurance




• Vision Insurance




• Same Day Pay




• 401K following 6 months of service




• Vacation Time




• Sick Time




• Life/AD&D Insurance




• Short/Long Term Disability Insurance




• EAP

Essential Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current unencumbered state licensure




• Current CPR Certification




• Experience in Long Term Care is preferred




• Ability to work 12 hours a shift

Join our team at Goldwater Care Pontiac and take the first step towards a rewarding career in healthcare!