Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Fair View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Mile Bluff Medical Center; Mauston (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Mile Bluff Medical Center in Mauston, Wisconsin is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support residents at Fair View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Part-time shifts are available: 1) PM shift 2:00pm–10:30pm, 64 hours per pay period; 2) Day shift 6:00am–2:30pm, 32 hours per pay period.

Weekend rotation applies with shift differentials. Under supervision of a registered nurse and the director of nursing, the LPN will participate in planning and implementing nursing care, documenting

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
• Current LPN license to practice in the state.
• Current CPR certification.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate in English (spoken and written).
• Treats patients with courtesy and respect.
• Keeps patient information confidential.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct and individualized patient care under supervision.
• Assists in health teaching for residents and families.
• Contributes to nursing care plans and documentation.
• Participates in team conferences and shares knowledge.
• Administers and records medications per policy for LPNs.
• Performs advanced nursing tasks as competence increases.
• Participates in emergency care when needed.
• Communicates with team leader about patient status.
• Records information concisely and accurately.
• Uses appropriate communication channels within the team.
• Participates in nursing department committees as required.
• Responds promptly to resident call lights and requests.
• Performs other duties within scope of practice.

Skills

CPR certification

Customer service

Self-direction

Empathy

Communication

English proficiency

Courtesy and respect

Confidentiality

Education

Graduate of LPN program

Current LPN license (state)

Job description

General Information

Job title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Fair View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - Mauston, WI

Available Positions

• Part-time 1, 1, 64 hours per pay period; PM Shift 2:00pm - 10:30pm
• Part-time 2, 32 hours per pay period; Day Shift 6:00am - 2:30pm

Weekend rotation: Every other weekend Weekend shift differential available

Holiday rotation: Rotating holidays

Position Summary

Works under the supervision of a qualified RN and the Director of Nursing. Participates in the planning, implementation of nursing care, within the objectives, procedures, and policies of the department and within the parameters of his or her standards of practice for a licensed practical nurse. Cooperates with the members of the nursing and medical staffs and other departments.

Position Responsibilities

• Provides direct and individualized care to an assigned group of patients based on the application of scientific principles, under the supervision of a registered professional nurse.
• Assists in relevant health teaching for resident and family.
• Shares responsibility for the planning and implementation of nursing care plans and nursing care.
• Participates in team conferences, sharing knowledge, information, and ideas among team members.
• Prepares, administers, and records medication in accordance with policy regarding the administration of medications by an LPN.
• Performs more complex nursing activities as competence increases.
• Participates in emergency care.
• Communicates frequently with the team leader regarding patient’s physical and mental conditions.
• Records information concisely, accurately, and completely.
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication.
• Constructively participates in appropriate committees within the nursing department and/or the hospital.
• Promptly answers resident call lights and requests.
• Other duties as requested within scope of practice.

Position Requirements

Minimum Education

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program
• Current LPN license to practice in the state

Required Skills

• Current CPR certification
• Excellent customer service skills
• Self-directing
• Empathy for the needs of patients
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate through spoken and written English
• Treats patients and others with courtesy and respect
• Ensures confidentiality and security of patient's medical information