Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Night Shift

Shawnee Gardens Healthcare & Rehab Center; Shawnee (KS); On-site; USD 35,817 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay Benefit

401K

Dental Insurance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Shawnee Gardens Healthcare & Rehab Center in Kansas seeks an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to serve as Charge Nurse, overseeing a unit, administering treatments and medications, and leading a team of CNAs with a focus on high-quality resident care.

The role emphasizes meticulous record-keeping, accurate medication administration, admissions and discharges coordination, and adherence to facility policies.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing or completion of an approved LPN program with current licensure.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and ability to supervise professional and nonprofessional staff.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain meticulous record-keeping and charting for admissions, discharges, transfers, and events.
• Accurately prepare and administer medications as prescribed.
• Facilitate admissions, transfers, and discharges, incl. transport coordination.
• Provide catheterization, wound care, dressing changes, and specimen collection per policy.
• Collaborate with RN Supervisor/Director of Nurses; supervise CNAs on shift.
• Conduct daily resident checks and report status to RN Supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

English language

Education

LPN licensure (state)

LPN program completion

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Exceptional Care and Leadership Opportunity

Position Summary:

As a Charge Nurse (LPN), you play a pivotal role in the direct oversight of your assigned unit, ensuring the highest quality of care. Your responsibilities include administering treatments, medications, and leading a team of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) in their tasks, all while fostering a professional environment for staff and residents.

Qualifications:

• Educational Background: Graduation from an accredited school of nursing or completion of an approved Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program with a current LPN licensure in the state of practice.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrated leadership abilities and a willingness to work with and supervise both professional and nonprofessional personnel.
• Language Proficiency: Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

Clinical:

• Maintain meticulous record-keeping, including required LPN forms and charts upon a resident's admission, discharge, transfer, and other significant events. Ensure these records are appropriately filed in the resident's chart or forwarded to the relevant department.
• Accurately prepare and administer medications as prescribed by the physician.
• Facilitate the admission, transfer, and discharge of residents, including coordinating transportation and packing, as necessary.
• Administer professional services such as catheterization, tube feeding, suction, wound care, application and changing of dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy and drainage bags, taking blood, sputum, and urine specimens, and care of the deceased or dying, adhering to the facility's policies and procedures.

Supervision:

• Collaborate with the facility's consultants as needed and implement recommended changes as directed by the RN Supervisor or Director of Nurses.
• Investigate and address complaints and grievances, submitting necessary oral and written reports to the RN Supervisor or Director of Nurses.
• Exchange nursing reports upon commencing and concluding shift duty hours.
• Conduct daily checks on all residents to ensure that prescribed treatments are administered correctly by nursing personnel/assistants and to assess their physical and emotional status.
• Keep the RN Supervisor informed about the status of residents, staff, and related matters.

Consumer Service:

• Present a professional image to consumers through your attire, behavior, and speech.
• Uphold company standards for resolving consumer concerns.
• Ensure the protection of all consumer/resident rights.

Benefits:

• Daily Pay Benefit: Enjoy the convenience of daily pay, giving you more financial control and flexibility.
• 401K: Secure your financial future with our 401K program.
• Annual Evaluations: Receive regular performance evaluations to support your growth and development.
• Dental Insurance: Access to dental coverage for your oral health needs.
• Employee Appreciation Events: Join our vibrant community and participate in various events designed to appreciate and recognize our dedicated team members.
• Health Insurance: Secure your health with comprehensive insurance coverage.
• Life Insurance: Protect your loved ones with life insurance benefits.
• Paid Time Off: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with paid time off.
• Vision Insurance: Access vision coverage for your eye care needs.
• Wage includes shift differentials and bonuses.

Elevate your nursing career with us and be a crucial part of our commitment to providing the highest standard of care.

Join our team and be a 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.

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