Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Franciscan Ministries; Franklin (IN); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 60.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Astral at Franklin in Indiana is seeking an LPN to provide direct nursing care for residents in a warm, resident-centered environment. You will work under the supervision of the nursing leadership to support well-being and professional development.

Key responsibilities include supervising CNAs, administering medications, coordinating admissions and transfers, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure holistic, quality care for each resident.

Formación

• Education: nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licenses/Certifications: current unrestricted LPN license in practicing state.
• Experience: 1+ year of nursing experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Direct the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants and resident care associates in accordance with current regulations and policies.
• Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for the residents.
• Prepare and administer medications as per physicians’ orders and observe for adverse effects.
• Participate in admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure residents' needs are met.
• Ensure infection control principles are followed and maintain accurate documentation.

Conocimientos

Compassion

Educación

Nursing degree from an accredited college or university

LPN license (state)

Descripción del empleo

Join a team where your compassion and skills truly make a difference. At Astral at Franklin, we’re more than a senior living community—we’re a place where residents are treated like family and team members are valued, supported, and empowered to grow. As an LPN, you’ll have the opportunity to provide meaningful, person-centered care in a warm, collaborative environment that prioritizes both resident well-being and your professional development. If you’re looking for a role where your work is appreciated and your impact is felt every day, Astral at Franklin is the place for you.

Position Summary

In this role, you will be responsible for providing direct nursing care for residents as well as general consultation regarding health-related concerns within the community.

Essential Functions, Key Duties, & Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants and resident care associates in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and established company policies and procedures.
• Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for the residents.
• Ensure that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned.
• Participate in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required.
• Assess for changes in residents’ status, notifying the physician and resident’s family or representative and documenting accordingly.
• Transcribe physician orders to medical record and carry out orders as written.
• Prepare and administer medications as per physicians’ orders and observe for adverse effects as indicated.
• Perform wound treatments per physicians’ orders, observe for changes and documents accordingly as indicated.
• Schedule follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated.
• Provide nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit.
• Provide direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with current policies and procedures.
• Perform rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties.
• Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents’ needs are holistically met.
• Report any incidents or unusual occurrences to the community’s leadership team.
• Ensure that there is adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notify appropriate personnel of needs.
• Initiate, review and update care plans as required.
• Participate in the survey process when inspection surveys arise.
• May participate in QAPI activities as needed or assigned.
• Ensure that infection control principles are followed and help correct deficiencies in practice as noted.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and procedures and any updates.

Position Requirements

Education: A nursing degree from an accredited college or university

Licenses/Certifications: Current unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in practicing state

Experience: 1+ years of Nursing experience preferred

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to demonstrate compassion when working with residents.