Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Aperion Care; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

401K

Competitive Salary

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Respiratory and Rehab of RI is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for Coventry, RI. The role involves providing direct nursing care, supervising nursing assistants, and coordinating with physicians for resident treatment plans.

Ideal candidates have an RI LPN license, excellent English communication, and CPR certification. This position requires the ability to make independent decisions and maintain accurate documentation in the resident's records.

Qualifications

• LPN license valid in RI and in good standing.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and related regulations governing care facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care including feeding, bathing, dressing, and assistance with ambulation.
• Document all care in the resident's medical record.
• Lead and supervise nursing assistants on your unit/shift.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
• Coordinate with families regarding care plans and resident concerns.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed by all staff.

Skills

English proficiency

Independent decision-making

Nursing knowledge

CPR Certification

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

$5k Sign on Bonus for Full-Time Employment effective 9.16.26

Benefits include:

401K

Competitive Salary

Opportunities for Growth

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Coventry, RI

Job Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our nursing team at Respiratory and Rehab of RI. As an LPN, you will be responsible for providing direct nursing care to our residents and supervising the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and making a difference in the lives of others.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide Direct Care to the residents, including but not limited to: feeding, bathing, dressing, assisting with ambulation. Supervising meals.
• Make necessary doctor's appointments for residents if their care needs to be maintained outside of the facility.
• Meet with family members regarding resident concerns, and residents plan of care.
• Document on all care provided in the resident's medical record.
• Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants and lead by example
• Provide leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift
• Complete and file required record-keeping forms/charts and chart nurse’s notes in a clear and descriptive manner
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with inter-departmental personnel and other departments within the facility
• Monitor and supervise your assigned personnel to ensure compliance with established safety regulations and procedures

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse with a current unencumbered state license (RI)
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language
• 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 nursing care facilities
• Current CPR Certification is required

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to move intermittently through the workday
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position
• Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift at minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet