Licensed Practical Nurse - Independence (55938)

Rocky Mountain Care Group; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Care Group is seeking a dedicated LPN for our Independence facility in Missouri. The role involves delivering nursing care to a small group of residents, performing assessments, and coordinating care plans with CNAs and the nursing team.

You will handle admissions, discharges, IVs, wound care, and medication administration in a fast-paced rehab setting. A supportive nursing leadership presence is available to assist as needed.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license to practice in Missouri.
• Ability to assess residents and develop care plans.
• Ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, laws, and long-term care guidelines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and team collaboration.
• Basic computer skills including email.
• Proven written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to relate well with residents, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver nursing care to residents in a nursing unit.
• Assess resident needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Supervise CNAs and other staff in delivering care.
• Administer medications and monitor resident status.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to achieve outcomes.

Skills

LPN license (MO)

Clinical assessment

Independent decision making

Nursing laws & regs

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Computer literacy

Written and oral communication

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Education

2 Year Degree

Tools

Email use

Job description

Job Location: Sunterra Springs Independence - Independence, MO 64057
Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
Education Level: 2 Year Degree
Salary Range: $28.00 - $41.00 Hourly
Job Category: Health Care

Sunterra Springs -Independence MO is seeking amazing nurses to join our team in our Independence facility!

This is a PT/OT/Nursing rehab. You will have 19 patients. You will have IVs, wounds, assessments, discharges, admissions and medications. 2 CNAs. Nursing management is available for help. It is fast paced.

If you see your role as being a person who wants to make a difference in our resident's lives, come and be a part of our family!

Mission Statement

As a member of your community, our mission is to deliver compassionate health care services to all those entrusted in our care. Through leadership and trust, we function as a cohesive team dedicated to cost-effective, high-quality outcomes for our residents. We foster an environment of innovation and continual improvement by encouraging creativity and openness. We pledge to value one another through loyalty, respect, and dignity. Integrity, fairness, and kindness are an integral part in all of our business decisions.

Responsibilities

This position is responsible for the delivery of care to a group of residents in a nursing unit, including assessing resident needs, development of individual care plans, administering nursing care, and supervising Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) activities and other personnel in the delivery of nursing care.

Required Skills

• A current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Missouri
• Demonstrate clinical assessment skills at the level necessary to meet the job requirements.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work with an interdisciplinary care team.
• Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.
• Proven written and oral communication skills.
• Proven decision-making and analytical skills.
• Able to relate positively, favorably, and cooperatively with others, including employees, residents, family members, and personnel of outside agencies and organizations.
• Positive attitude and desire to work with the aging population.

Qualifications

• A current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Missouri
• Demonstrate clinical assessment skills at the level necessary to meet the job requirements.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
• Effective interpersonal skills and the ability to work with an interdisciplinary care team.
• Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.
• Proven written and oral communication skills.
• Proven decision-making and analytical skills.
• Able to relate positively, favorably, and cooperatively with others, including employees, residents, family members, and personnel of outside agencies and organizations.
• Positive attitude and desire to work with the aging population.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the applicable federal and state civil rights laws, it is the policy of Rocky Mountain Care, LLC and its affiliates and managed entities (together hereafter referred to as “RMC”), to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact .