Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Cadia Healthcare Pike Creek; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

401k Retirement With Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Discounted Entertainment Tickets

Job summary

Cadia Healthcare Pike Creek is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Wilmington, DE. LPNs play a crucial role in providing care and directing nursing assistants. The position demands a current LPN license and CPR certification, with previous long-term care experience preferred.

Cadia offers competitive salary, comprehensive medical benefits, and several employee perks, including tuition reimbursement and flexible spending accounts. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional care!

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered license to practice as an LPN.
• Current CPR certification.
• Previous long-term care experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Direct nursing assistants in daily tasks.
• Perform administrative duties and document resident care.
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered.
• Manage new admissions and ensure care plans are followed.
• Make periodic checks of resident care status.

Skills

Nursing skills

CPR Certification

Communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse License

CPR License

Job description

Job Location: Wilmington, DE 19808

Cadia Healthcare - Pike Creek is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your area. Compassion and appreciation are at the heart of who we are. We are currently seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team!

Cadia rewards its employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.

Benefits and Perks We Offer

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family
• 401k Retirement With Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)
• Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays
• Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave
• Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage
• Referral Bonuses and More!

Employee Perks Program

• Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!
• Free and Discounted Employee Meals
• Tuition Reimbursement
• In Facility Training/Inservice Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free Will/Estate Preparation Services
• Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services
• Verizon Wireless Discount
• Costco Membership Discount (DE only)
• Annual $35 Non-Slip Shoe Replacement (DE only)

Position Description

LPNs play an essential role in our facilities and their skills are vital to the care we provide, making a difference in patients’ lives every day. Cadia Healthcare is dedicated to providing the best care possible and as a Licensed Practical Nurse, that’s exactly what you’ll do! By directing the duties of nursing assistants and performing day to day nursing duties, you’ll ensure our residents are fully cared for. We’re excited for you to come and join our accomplished staff of medical professionals!

Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations & guidelines that govern the long-term care facility. Meet with your assigned nursing assistants to give a Nursing Report on assigned residents and review 24-hour summary reports in the electronic medical record on assigned residents.
• Perform administrative duties, such as completing medical forms, evaluations, observations, events & appropriate documentation for all assigned residents.
• Ensure all medications & treatments have been signed off prior to the end of the assigned shift and update the Nursing Supervisor on resident changes in condition.
• Receive telephone orders from physicians, transcribe orders & record in the electronic health record, and prepare and administer medications and treatments as ordered by the provider.
• Inform nursing staff of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc. and ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions, greet residents upon admission, and escort them to their rooms as necessary.
• Make rounds with providers as necessary and make periodic checks to ensure resident care is being completed by CNA/GNA & evaluate resident status.
• Ensure that your nurse’s notes reflect that the care plan is being followed when administering nursing care or treatment and review care plans for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches, & revisions based on nursing needs. Update care plans as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in this state or compact state.
• Must possess a current CPR license.
• Previous long-term care experience is desirable.