LPN

Holly Nursing Care Center; Holly (CO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with Rx benefits

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid vacation

Job summary

Holly Nursing Care Center in Colorado is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide care and treatment per physician orders within a team-based environment. The LPN works under the direction of physicians and RNs, in accordance with state scope of practice.

You will assess patients, administer medications, participate in care planning, supervise LPNs and CNAs, and communicate changes to physicians. You will also document care and educate patients and families per policy.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Valid State licensure as an LPN.
• Current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
• Administers medications and treatments.
• Participates in the care planning process.
• Supervises LPNs and certified nursing assistants.
• Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident's conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
• Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
• Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

Job description

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements:

• You care.

POSITION SUMMARY

A licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders. Works in a team environment and within scope of practice as defined by State. The LPN works under the direction of physicians and registered nurses (RNs).

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
• Administers medications and treatments.
• Participates in the care planning process.
• Supervises LPNs and certified nursing assistants.
• Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident's conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
• Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
• Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Valid State licensure as an LPN
• Current CPR certification.

Benefits:

• Medical insurance with Rx benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• Paid vacation