Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

First Atlantic Healthcare; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 66,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible shifts

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

Life and disability coverage

Shift differentials $2.00 - $6.00 per 

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

First Atlantic Healthcare is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in Maine to work under the DON, document resident care, assist with procedures and routine recovery, and ensure dignity and quality of life for residents. You will monitor residents, administer medications, and support the care team.

The role offers flexible shifts, competitive pay, full benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, disability), shift differentials, PTO, a 401(k) plan with employer contributions, and a $15,000

Qualifications

• High School/GED required and Maine LPN license.
• Ability to document and monitor resident vitals.
• Experience with basic nursing tasks and medication administration.

Responsibilities

• Monitor resident’s vitals and record them in their file.
• Maintain cleanliness and comfort of each resident (bathing, feeding, dressing).
• Assist with basic medical tasks, including administering medication.
• Update resident records confidentially.
• Evaluate wellbeing and report needs to medical staff.
• Explain treatments and procedures to residents and families.
• Change dressings and bandages and monitor healing.
• Move residents between wheelchairs, beds and gurneys.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Documentation

Medication administration

Resident transfers

Education

LPN license in Maine

Job description

LPN Job Summary

LPNs work under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing (DON) and record all resident interactions to develop thorough documentation about their care. They help prepare residents for procedures and assist with routine recovery care after initial treatment. LPNs usually work with several residents at once and administer care according to a schedule, upholding medical routines and procedures.

Responsibilities and duties include but not limited to

• Monitor resident’s vitals and record them in their file
• Maintain the cleanliness and comfort of each resident, including bathing, feeding and dressing
• Assist nursing and medical staff with basic medical tasks, such as administering medication
• Update resident records in a confidential manner
• Evaluate the resident’s wellbeing, reporting any needs to medical staff
• Explain treatments and procedures to resident and families
• Change dressings and bandages, ensuring residents are healing properly
• Move residents from wheelchairs, beds and gurneys

Requirements

Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED). Currently licensed as an LPN in Maine.

As a member of the First Atlantic Healthcare family you will benefit from

• A unique competitive compensation structure
• Flexible shifts to support work/life balance
• Comprehensive benefits for full time, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
• Robust shift differentials $2.00 - $6.00 per hour
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program with employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement to support career growth

Company

Seal Rock Healthcare, part of the Atlantic Heights Community, is a fully-licensed Medicaid/Medicare-certified facility offering 105 beds. Under the ownership of First Atlantic Healthcare, the Atlantic Heights Community follows in First Atlantic's long standing reputation for excellence in long term care, assisted living and senior living.

$15,000 sign on bonus (paid over 2 years). Hiring all shifts: Full time Days 7am-7pm Nights 7pm-7am Hourly Rate $31.50 - $38.50 Opportunities available for all levels of experience, including new Licensed Practical Nurse grads!

About us

For over 30 years, First Atlantic Healthcare has been committed to the care and improvement of our residents by delivery individualized, high quality, cost effective healthcare services throughout the state of Maine. We have invested in the rebuilding and updating of all skilled nursing, skilled rehabilitation, long term care and assisted living facilities statewide that demonstrate First Atlantic’s commitment to providing all of Maine with dignified, modern healthcare that centers on the patient experience. At First Atlantic Healthcare we offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, the diverse residents we care for, and the communities we call home. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for each other.