LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE | $7,500 Sign-On

Campbell County Health; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$7,500 Sign-On Bonus (night shift)

Generous PTO accrual

Paid sick leave

Medical/Dental/Vision

403(b) with employer match

Discounted on-site childcare

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Wyoming is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care and supervise day-to-day activities in long-term care. The role requires a Wyoming LPN license and offers a $7,500 sign-on bonus for night shifts. This is an excellent opportunity for those looking to make a difference in residents' lives in a supportive environment with a range of benefits like PTO and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Wyoming LPN license required.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician's orders.
• Coordinate resident care with other departments.
• Evaluate supply availability and respond to grievances.

Skills

Knowledge of computer systems

Leadership and supervisory skills

Knowledge of nursing practices

Ability to communicate well

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Tools

Point Click Care

Google

Microsoft Office

Job description

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE | $7,500 Sign-On

Apply for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) role at Campbell County Health.

ABOUT THE LEGACY LIVING AND REHABILITATION CENTER

The Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center, part of Campbell County Health’s comprehensive system of care facilities, is a long‑term care facility offering both long‑term care and short‑term rehabilitation services in Gillette, Wyoming. Built with our residents and their families in mind, we are committed to providing dignified care and purposeful living every day.

BENEFITS

• $7,500 Sign‑On Bonus (night shift)
• Generous PTO accrual (increases with tenure)
• Paid sick leave days
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Savings Account
• 403(b) with employer match
• Early Childhood Center, discounted on‑site childcare
• And more! Click here to learn more about our full benefits package

JOB SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to residents and supervises the day‑to‑day nursing activities following the current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern long‑term care and skilled nursing facilities. The LPN is entrusted to ensure that the highest degree of quality care will always be provided to our residents.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinate resident care with other departments.
• Communicate changes in resident’s condition with employees, physicians, residents, and family members.
• Perform administrative duties such as completing medical documents, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
• Complete accident/incident reports.
• Evaluate adequate supplies are available, including but not limited to pharmaceuticals, resident personal supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure resident abuse does not occur.
• Complete rounds to evaluate and assist in the development and implementation of various types of care needs on each resident, including wound care, behavior management, respiratory care, etc.
• Provide treatments and care to medically complex residents in collaboration with the physician.
• Attend care plan meetings as assigned.
• Provide care plan updates as necessary to ensure appropriate resident care.
• Provide resident care according to physician orders and care plan.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and standard of practice.
• Respond to all resident call lights regardless of assignment.
• Coordinate with outside agencies, including but not limited to hospitals, hospice, home health, lab, x‑ray, etc.
• Assist with training supervision for nursing personnel.
• Make rounds to evaluate quality of care performance and teamwork by employees, assuring quality service.
• Make recommendations to the nursing supervisor concerning employee dismissals, transfers, etc.
• Respond to resident and family grievances and report per policy.
• Establish open lines of communication between all nursing personnel.
• Maintain confidentiality and rights of resident, family, employee, and facility information in compliance with PHI, HIPAA policies and applicable regulations and company policy.
• Maintain safe work environment and exhibit safe work practices.
• Demonstrate a passion for caring as evidenced by interaction with co‑workers, residents, families, and visitors.
• Participate in QAPI and other quality improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as requested.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of computer systems, including Point Click Care, Google and Microsoft Office.
• Working knowledge of long‑term care and skilled nursing state and federal regulations (preferred).
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices, procedures, and standards of care.
• Leadership and supervisory skills – willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Patience, tact and a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm as well as willingness to handle difficult people.
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age‑related needs of the residents served.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Education
  • Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensure
  • Wyoming LPN license.
• Experience
  • None required.