Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Bethel Pointe Health and Rehabilitation; Andersonville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Bethel Pointe Health and Rehabilitation in Andersonville is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to oversee resident care and ensure adherence to health standards. The role involves delivering safety, health care, and emotional support while documenting care plans.

Ideal candidates will possess a valid LPN license and previous nursing experience, along with solid computer skills. This position emphasizes professionalism, team collaboration, and providing exceptional care to residents.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing with a valid LPN License.
• Understanding of safe effective nursing practices in Indiana.
• Ability to handle resident interactions with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and provide care assignments to residents.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans.
• Monitor vital signs and document resident health.

Skills

Nursing practices

Basic computer skills

Communication

Supervisory skills

Education

Valid LPN License

Nursing diploma from accredited school

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Primary Responsibilities

The LPN is responsible for providing for the daily care, health needs, safety and comfort of the residents. Including providing professional assessments and documentation of the residents health and assisting with the management of the assigned nursing units staff.

Responsibilities

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Essential Functions

• LPN’s will supervise, perform and provide written/verbal care assignments, routine skills and procedures to ensure the quality of care to residents
• Participate in the development and implementation of resident care plans, maintaining up to date nursing care plans, documenting progress and making recommendations for revisions to care plans according to facility policy and procedure
• LPN’s will make daily and periodic visits to observe for symptoms, reactions to medication and/or treatment
• Obtaining and documenting vital signs, intake and output, weights, diet supplements and replacements, cultures, etc.
• Assisting with the orientation and on-going training of staff to assure required skill levels are maintained for all staff
• Reporting and documenting resident and/or visitor incidents, accidents, complaints or allegations according to the facility’s policy and procedure using the designated occurrence reporting system

Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Qualifications

• A graduate of an accredited school of nursing and possess a valid LPN License in good standing according to State and Federal requirements
• Have a thorough understanding of the principles of safe effective nursing practices within the State of Indiana
• Have basic computer skills along with knowledge of such programs as Excel, Word, etc.
• Personal integrity and the ability to deal tactfully with residents, family members, visitor, government agencies and personnel