Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN

Northshore Home Health Care; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 62,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Employee assistance programs

Voluntary insurance options

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care in Maine seeks a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to deliver high-quality nursing care under RN supervision. Responsibilities include data collection, assessments, care planning, medication administration, and supervision of unlicensed staff.

Requirements include graduation from an approved practical/vocational nursing program, current state licensure or pending licensure, and ongoing BLS/CPR certification. Growth opportunities and benefits available.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing program.
• Current licensure or pending licensure by the State Board of Nursing.
• Maintain current BLS/CPR certification as required.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients by collecting data, observing conditions, and reporting changes.
• Assist in nursing assessments and care planning.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
• Supervise and monitor care provided by unlicensed staff.

Skills

LPN program graduate

State licensure

BLS/CPR certification

Education

Practical or vocational nursing program

Job description

Role Overview:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides high-quality nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate patients/residents by collecting data, observing conditions, and reporting changes.
• Assist in nursing assessments and care planning.
• Administer medications and perform treatments as ordered by physicians.
• Supervise and monitor care provided by unlicensed staff.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing program.
• Current licensure or pending licensure by the State Board of Nursing.
• Maintain current BLS/CPR certification as required.

Key Duties

• Deliver efficient, effective nursing care to achieve positive clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.

Additional Information:

The role offers opportunities for growth and development, with benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, employee assistance programs, and voluntary insurance options. Compensation ranges from USD $30.00 to USD $35.50 per hour.