Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) — Impact in Long-Term Care

Topaz Fiscal Services; Middleburg (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Topaz Fiscal Services seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Florida to join a caring team dedicated to high-quality patient care in a long-term care setting.

You will direct nursing assistants, assist with discharge planning, document thoroughly, and administer medications per physician orders and policy. This role requires vaccination and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current and valid LPN license in the state employed.
• Long term care/post-acute care setting experience preferred.
• COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement of employment.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Assistants in accordance with rules and guidelines for the long-term care center.
• Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plans as required.
• Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
• Chart nurses' notes reflecting care and residents' responses.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician in accordance with regulations and center policy.
• Order prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment per policy.
• Ensure narcotics handling and records comply with regulations and policy.
• Make daily rounds to ensure nursing staff meet standards.
• Notify attending physicians and next-of-kin if resident conditions change or incidents occur.
• Attend center in-service programs as required.
• Complete daily nursing evaluations and documentation in Point Click Care.

Skills

LPN skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Education

LPN license (state of employment)

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Topaz Fiscal Services seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Florida to join a caring team dedicated to high-quality patient care in a long-term care setting.

You will direct nursing assistants, assist with discharge planning, document thoroughly, and administer medications per physician orders and policy. This role requires vaccination and compliance with state and federal regulations.