Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN - Mathews

Riverside Health; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shifts

Irregular shifts

Job summary

Riverside Health System is seeking an LPN in Mathews, Virginia. The role involves administering medications, ensuring resident safety and dignity, and coordinating with CNAs to deliver quality care.

The position requires LPN licensure with VDHP and CPR/BLS certification. Weekend and irregular shifts are part of the schedule; pay ranges are hourly and depend on experience and needs.

Qualifications

• Less than 1 year 6 Months LPN Nursing Experience in a Long-Term Care/Senior Living Facility (Required)
• 1 year LPN Nursing Experience (Preferred)
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - AHA/ARC/IS within 30 Days(Required)

Responsibilities

• Medications and treatments are administered accurately and according to provider's orders.
• Allows resident choices within limits of capability considering safety/dignity issues and follows facility policies.
• Assigns duties to CNAs to ensure quality resident care and engages team members for optimal performance.
• Contributes to development and maintenance of individual service plans and documents changes in condition.

Job description

Hiring Range

$29.50 - $39.00/Hourly Actual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs

Mathews, Virginia

Overview

Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor, and ultimately responsible to the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing and Director of Quality Care Management. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in the planning and implementation of nursing care and provides for the emotional, physical comfort and safety of the residents and their families. Assists in supervision of auxiliary personnel.

What You Will Do

• Medications and treatments are administered accurately and according to provider's orders.
• Allows resident choices within limits of capability considering safety /dignity issues and follows policies and procedures of facility to include resident privacy and dignity.
• Assigns duties to non-professional staff such as CNAs according to education, training, policy and resident need in order to assure quality resident care is delivered. Engages team members for optimal performance and addresses performance as needed.
• Contributes to the development, maintenance, or modifications to the individual service plans. Identifies changes in condition with proper documentation according to nursing practice standards. Demonstrates consistent follow through for positive resident outcomes. Utilizes good judgment and specialized skills.

Qualifications

Experience

• Less than 1 year 6 Months LPN Nursing Experience in a Long-Term Care/Senior Living Facility (Required)
• 1 year LPN Nursing Experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)

Other Requirements

• Weekend Shifts
• Irregular Shifts

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.