Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Center at Foresight; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 34,440 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign-on bonuses

Generous PTO Packages

Employer 401k Matching

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Job summary

A healthcare facility is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care to residents. Successful candidates will ensure effective communication with residents and care team members, maintain high standards of care, and adhere to regulations. Applicants must have a valid nursing license and pass background checks. This role offers opportunities for professional growth, competitive pay, and a supportive team environment with benefits including tuition reimbursement and generous PTO packages.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents according to guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with the care team, residents, and families.
• Administer services within the scope of LPN/LVN practice.

Skills

Effective communication

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing Degree from an accredited college

Graduation from an approved LPN/LVN program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Center at Foresight - GRAND JUNCTION, CO 81505

Salary Range: $25.00 - $39.00 Hourly

The Center at Foresight is looking for nurses to join their nursing team! Currently have day shift openings, night shift openings (6PM-6AM) and evening shift openings (2pm-10pm) available!

Why Join Our Team?

• We offer beautiful state-of-the-art facilities
• Physician driven care plans designed to maximize the quality of care
• We offer an environment that encourages team involvement and fosters new ideas
• Relocation packages and sign-on bonuses available for qualified candidates, please inquire within
• Excellent pay
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment
• Costco, Sam's Club, Amazon or Walmart plus memberships
• Referral programs
• Generous PTO Packages
• Employer 401k Matching up to 4%
• Medical, dental, vision, along with the other ancillary benefits offered almost immediately (waiting period waived)

LPN - Job Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible for providing direct nursing care to the residents. Such care must be delivered in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services designee

LPN - Essential Job Functions:

• Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment and any other pertinent information to prepare for arrival
• Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions-work closely with the C.N.A team to make every new admission feel comfortable and welcomed
• Communicate with physicians, care team, residents and family members effectively
• Requisition and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services, as ordered by the physician, and in accordance with established procedures
• Notify the proper staff, personnel and agencies when the resident is involved in an accident or incident
• Carry out restorative and rehabilitative programs, to include self-help and care.
• Answer call lights and assists residents in a timely manner
• Administer services within the applicable scope of the LPN/LVN nursing practice
• Ensure resident is following dietary allowances. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor and Dietary Supervisor
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as appropriate
• Assist in arranging transportation for residents as appropriate
• Be familiar with the rights of residents in a skilled nursing facility and act in a manner consistent with and respectful of those rights
• Maintain Relias training and in-service requirements
• Follow drug administration protocol, to include the disposal of drugs as required, and in accordance with established procedures
• Perform charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations
• Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident’s discharge plan as appropriate
• Chart nurses’ notes in professional and appropriate manner that timely, accurately and thoroughly reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident’s response to the care
• Review care plans daily to verify that appropriate care is being rendered. Communicate to the Care Team when necessary

Qualifications

LPN - Education

Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program

LPN - Specific Requirements

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state-must report any situations that may arise in which the license could be effected
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug test