Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Part-Time

MediLodge; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 33,062 - 44,083; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Leading Market Wages

Michigan Direct Care Incentive

Flexible Pay Options

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Scheduling

Unlimited Referral Bonuses

Job summary

MediLodge of Kalamazoo is seeking a Part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to coordinate and provide nursing care for residents while supervising clinical staff.

The role emphasizes administering medications, implementing physicians' orders, and mentoring junior staff within a supportive team environment at MediLodge of Kalamazoo.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited LPN/LVN program.
• Valid LPN/LVN license in the state employed.
• Valid CPR certification.
• One year nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Document residents' conditions and nursing needs.
• Implement physicians' orders accurately and promptly.
• Supervise and coordinate nursing care with team members.
• Administer medications and treatments per rules and regulations.
• Participate in orientation and ongoing staff training.
• Ensure supplies, equipment, and unit inventory are maintained safely.
• Communicate observations and timely reports to physicians and families.
• Coordinate nursing care during therapies or procedures by other departments.

Skills

Team leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Emergency response

Clinical training

Confidentiality

Education

LPN/LVN diploma or equivalent

Job description

Part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Facility: MediLodge of Kalamazoo

Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) coordinates and provides nursing care for residents and provides supervision and guidance to clinical staff members.

Benefits

• Leading Market Wages: Competitive pay based on experience and shift.
• Michigan Direct Care Incentive: We offer a Three Dollar and Forty Cent Michigan Direct Care Incentive that is added to your hourly wage.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet.
• Employee Assistance Program: Support available for your well‑being.
• Flexible Scheduling: We offer various scheduling options—ask us about what works for you!
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses: Earn extra by referring others to join our team.

Education

• Graduate of accredited LPN/LNV school of nursing.

Licenses/Certification

• Valid LPN/LVN license in the state employed.
• Valid CPR certification.

Experience

• One year experience in nursing preferred.

Job Functions

• Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs.
• Accurately and promptly implements physicians’ orders.
• Assigns nursing care to team members in accordance with the resident’s needs and the person’s capabilities and qualifications.
• Supervises, directs, and evaluates junior staff members and CNAs.
• Administers medications and performs treatments for assigned residents, and documents that treatment as required by Company, and local, state and federal rules and regulations.
• Participates in orientation and in‑service training for personnel.
• Ensures that supplies are utilized economically and equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents.
• Coordinates nursing care of residents when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments.
• Interviews applicants and recommends hires. Participates in counseling, disciplinary action and termination of staff, to extent permitted by state practice act.
• Supervises nursing unit, which includes scheduling and directing the nursing staff to extent permitted by state practice act.
• Assures that inventory and supplies are maintained on the unit and communicates need for housekeeping, maintenance, or dietary assistance.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Skilled in directing and motivating the workforce.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.