Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

The Gardens at Aldersgate; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

New hire welcome gift package

$1,000+ staff referral program

$150 awarded during initial 90 days, $

Tuition Reimbursement Program, Paid C·

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision, disability & 1

401k program

Employee appreciation events

And so much more!

Job summary

The Gardens at Aldersgate in Topeka, Kansas is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to deliver exceptional resident care and support within a compassionate team.

As part of our healthcare community, you will be supported with shift differentials, a comprehensive benefits package, tuition reimbursement for CMA/LPN/RN pathways, paid time off, and opportunities for career advancement and mentorship.

Join us to grow professionally while making a meaningful difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is required.
• A caring, loving personality and demeanor.
• Leadership and mentorship skills.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Enhancing clinical care and quality of life for residents.
• Preparing and administering medications as ordered by the physician.
• Daily checks to ensure proper treatment administration and evaluate status.
• Keeping RN Supervisor informed about residents and staff.
• Implementing changes directed by the RN Supervisor or Director of Nurses.
• Performing professional nursing tasks per policies and procedures.
• Completing required nursing documentation at admission, discharge, transfer, etc.
• Giving and receiving nursing reports during shift changes.
• Investigating complaints and preparing required reports.
• Presenting a professional image to residents and families.
• Adhering to policies and standards.

Job description

We are looking for the best Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNs) to provide exceptional care to our residents. Come join our amazing team of healthcare professionals!

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Team Member Benefits & Programs

• Shift differential and mod comp bonuses
• New hire welcome gift package
• $1,000+ staff referral reward program
• $150 awarded during your initial 90-days, $100+ on your annual work anniversary & $100 on your birthday
• Tuition Reimbursement Program, Paid Career Advancement Program & Mentorship Program - we will subsidize the cost for you to become a CMA, CMT, LPN or RN!
• Paid time off
• Health, dental, vision, disability & life insurances available
• 401k program
• Employee appreciation events
• And so much more!

Qualifications & Details

To qualify for the position, you will need:

• Certification as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• A caring & loving personality and demeanor
• Leadership and mentorship skills
• The ability to work your scheduled shift
• The ability to read, write & speak English

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) you are responsible for providing exceptional nursing care in accordance with our policies and procedures. You will have all of the training, support, tools & equipment you need to provide the highest degree of quality care. Our team of nursing care professionals & mentors will be by your side every day, including a Charge Nurse, RN Supervisor, Director of Nursing and Administrator.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Enhancing the clinical care and quality of life of our residents. And ensuring that all resident rights are protected.
• Preparing and administering medications as ordered by the physician.
• Checking all residents daily to ensure that prescribed treatment is being properly administered by nursing personnel/assistants and to evaluate their physical and emotional status.
• Keeping the RN Supervisor informed about the status of residents, staff and related matters.
• Implementing recommended changes as directed by the RN Supervisor or the Director of Nurses.
• Administering professional services such as: catheterization, tube feeding, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy and drainage bags, taking blood, sputum, and urine specimens, etc., as established by the facility’s policies and procedures.
• Completing all Licensed Practical Nurse LPN required record keeping forms/charts upon the resident’s admission, discharge, transfer, etc. File in the resident’s chart and/or forward to the appropriate department.
• Giving and receiving nursing reports upon reporting in and ending shift duty hours.
• Investigating complaints and grievances and making necessary oral/written reports to the RN Supervisor or Director of Nurses.
• Presenting in a professional image to residents and families through dress, behavior and speech.
• Adhering to our policies and standards.

Come work somewhere awesome as a Licensed Practical Nurse LPN!

Join our team and be part of an exceptional healthcare community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our residents. Together, we'll provide top-tier care and create a fulfilling work environment.