LPN

TEEMA; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high-quality nursing care to residents in a supportive, team-oriented environment. The role offers 12-hour day shifts from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM with Full-Time or PRN opportunities.

A rotating block schedule provides two consecutive days off and every other weekend off. Responsibilities include medication administration, wound care, and coordination with the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Geriatric/gerontological nursing knowledge and aging process understanding.
• Knowledge of medication administration, pharmacology, and nursing procedures.
• Familiarity with nursing regulations and medication safety requirements.
• Ability to develop and implement resident care plans.
• Strong observation, assessment, documentation, and clinical decision skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, teamwork, and professionalism.
• Ability to respond professionally to medical emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians within scope.
• Provide medications via oral, enteral, parenteral, and other routes.
• Perform wound care, airway, gastrostomy/jejunostomy, and catheter care.
• Observe residents and report medication and treatment effects.
• Monitor medication and medical supply levels and restock as needed.
• Receive and communicate residents' medical, social, and functional needs.
• Participate in shift reports to ensure continuity of care.
• Communicate with residents, families, staff, and the care team.
• Complete initial nursing assessments for new residents.
• Support MDS assessments, quarterly reviews, and individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical and administrative documentation.
• Participate in QAPI initiatives and staff meetings.
• Identify changes in condition and respond to medical concerns or emergencies.

Skills

Geriatric Nursing

Pharmacology knowledge

Nursing regulations

Resident care planning

Observation & documentation

Communication skills

Emergency response

Job description

Schedule: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Employment: Full-Time or PRN
Shift: 12-Hour Day Shift | Block Scheduling

We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide high-quality nursing care to residents in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

This position offers 12-hour day shifts from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with both Full-Time and PRN opportunities available. Full-time staff work a rotating block schedule that provides two consecutive days off and every other weekend off.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and perform treatments as ordered by physicians and within the scope of your nursing license.
• Provide medication through oral, enteral, parenteral, suppository, and other prescribed routes.
• Perform treatments including sterile and aseptic wound care, postural drainage and percussion, tracheostomy care, gastrostomy and jejunostomy care, and catheter care.
• Observe residents and report the effectiveness of medications and treatments.
• Monitor and maintain adequate medication and medical supply levels.
• Receive and communicate information regarding residents' medical, social, and functional needs.
• Participate in shift reports to promote continuity of care.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Complete initial nursing assessments for newly admitted residents.
• Assist with MDS assessments, quarterly reviews, and individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical and administrative documentation regarding diagnoses, observations, treatments, and resident progress.
• Participate in Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) initiatives.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings.
• Recognize changes in resident condition and respond appropriately to medical concerns and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of geriatric/gerontological nursing and the aging process.
• Understanding of medication administration, pharmacology, and nursing treatment procedures.
• Knowledge of applicable nursing regulations and medication safety requirements.
• Ability to assist with the development and implementation of resident care plans.
• Strong observation, assessment, documentation, and clinical decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to establish positive working relationships with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ability to respond professionally and appropriately to medical emergencies.

Schedule

• 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
• Full-Time or PRN opportunities available
• Two consecutive days off
• Every other weekend off

If you're an LPN who enjoys working with residents and wants a schedule that provides consistency and work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you.