Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Avina of Milwaukee; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Competitive Pay

Health Insurance including Dental and Vision

Paid Time Off for Sick, Holidays, and Vacation Days

Employer Matched 401k

Daily Pay

Employee Perks Website

Job summary

Avina of Milwaukee in Wisconsin is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver quality nursing care to residents. Responsibilities include supervising Certified Nursing Assistants and coordinating all aspects of resident care while adhering to regulations.

The ideal candidate must hold an active LPN license in Wisconsin and be capable of effectively communicating with families, personnel, and other disciplines. Competitive pay and various benefits including health insurance and a sign-on bonus are offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a current and active license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Wisconsin.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care to residents and supervise nursing functions.
• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician.
• Document all resident information and notify physician and family as needed.
• Assist in Admission/Discharge process and complete incident reports.

Skills

Current and active license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Wisconsin

Ability to prepare and administer medication

Strong documentation skills

Effective communication skills

Tactfulness in dealing with personnel and families

Willingness to participate in continuing education

Job description

Benefits

• Sign on Bonus
• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance including Dental and Vision
• Paid Time Off for Sick, Holidays, and Vacation Days
• Employer Matched 401k
• Daily Pay
• Employee Perks Website

Qualifications

Must have current and active license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Wisconsin.

Overview

The primary purpose of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is to provide quality nursing care to our residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing functions performed by the Certified Nursing Assistants. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is also responsible to coordinate all aspects of a resident’s care with other disciplines in the facility. Job duties are in accordance with the current Federal and State regulations that govern the facility.

Duties

• Prepare and administer medication as ordered by the physician.
• Review medication orders for completeness of information and accuracy.
• Transcribe physician orders.
• Document all resident information as necessary, notifying physician and family as needed.
• Assist in the Admission/Discharge process.
• Complete accident/incident reports, follow up investigation process.
• Be familiar with the care planning process and participate in care conferences, updating as needed.
• Develop and maintain a good working rapport with all disciplines to ensure that all aspects of resident needs can be adequately maintained.
• Should be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Be willing to participate in continuing education programs.