Licensed Practical Nurse - SNF- Riverton

Rocky Mountain Care Group; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Rocky Mountain Care Group is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse in Riverton, UT. The nurse will provide direct care to residents, supervise nursing personnel, and ensure adherence to care standards while promoting holistic care.

Applicants must have an accredited nursing degree, a current LPN license, and CPR certification. Prior experience in long-term care is preferred but not essential. This position requires strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
• Nursing degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Previous experience in long-term care is preferred but not mandatory.
• Current CPR certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of the nursing personnel.
• Ensure compliance with nursing policies and procedures.
• Participate in evaluating work performance of nursing personnel.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by physicians.
• Communicate effectively with residents and families.

Skills

Prior experience in long‑term care

Current CPR certification

Direct nursing care

Leadership and supervisory abilities

Education

Nursing degree from an accredited college

Current unrestricted license as an LPN

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Riverton, UT 84093. Job Category: Nurse Licensed Practical Nurse.

Position Purpose

May provide direct nursing care to the residents and supervise the day‑to‑day nursing activities performed by the licensed practical/vocational nurse and certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Prior experience in long‑term care preferred but not required.
• A Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Current unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the practicing state.
• Current CPR certification.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of the licensed practical/vocational nurse and certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures.
• Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for the residents.
• Ensure that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned.
• Participate in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required.
• Assess for changes in residents’ status, notify the physician and resident’s family or representative, and document accordingly.
• Transcribe physician orders to the medical record and carry out orders as written.
• Prepare and administer medications as per physicians’ orders and observe for adverse effects as indicated.
• Perform wound treatments as per physicians’ orders, observe for changes and document accordingly.
• Schedule follow‑up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated.
• Provide nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit.
• Provide direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with current policies and procedures, as assigned.
• Perform rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties.
• Collaborate with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents’ needs are holistically met.
• Participate in management team meetings as indicated to discuss census changes, resident changes in status or care need, or complaints or concerns.
• Assist in evaluating work performance of nursing personnel and implement discipline according to operational policies and as directed.
• Inform appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and file grievances as necessary.
• Report any incidents or unusual occurrences to the unit manager, assistant director or nursing or director of nursing and participate in the investigative process as needed.
• Participate in end‑of‑life care as required.
• Ensure that there is adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notify appropriate personnel of needs.
• Initiate, review and update care plans as required.
• Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
• Participate in the survey process when inspection surveys arise.
• May participate in QAPI activities as needed or assigned.
• Ensure that infection control principles are followed and help correct deficiencies in practice as noted.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Tasks

• Treat all residents with dignity and respect. Promote and protect all residents’ rights.
• Establish a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures. Comply with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Follow appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
• Report noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel. Report any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
• Report any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protect residents from abuse, and cooperate with all investigations.
• Report any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participate in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings. Fulfill responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
• Report work‑related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Follow established infection control policies and procedures.
• As a condition of employment, complete all assigned training and skills competency.

Personal Skills, Traits, Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.
• Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Meet general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
• May be subject to falls, burns from equipment, and/or odors throughout the day; encounter reactions from dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases and/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, and Tuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents, family members, visitors or personnel.
• Must possess leadership, supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate with medical and nursing staff, and other departments.
• Subject to call‑back during emergency conditions.
• Work at nursing station and throughout the facility.
• Subject to frequent interruptions.
• May work beyond normal working hours and on weekends, holidays when necessary.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.