LPN

St. Luke Health Services; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke Health Services in Oswego Township, IL, seeks an experienced LPN to manage a nursing unit, supervise CNAs and coordinate resident care.

You will administer medications per physician orders, monitor residents' health, document in the EHR, and collaborate with the Nurse Manager to ensure consistent, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Current L.P.N. license (New York)
• CPR/BLS certification required
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience in long-term care preferred
• CPR certification required

Responsibilities

• Manages a designated group of nursing employees on a unit and delegates/supervises resident care
• Administers medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols
• Monitor and document residents' health status, reporting changes promptly
• Perform skilled nursing tasks including wound care, catheter care, and tube feedings
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Follow all state, federal, and facility regulations, including infection control and HIPAA standards
• Supervises CNA's
• Checks medication/treatment supplies and reorders as necessary
• Assists in emergency care as necessary
• Assists the Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor with evaluation of resident's needs, condition and care
• Relieves CNA's for breaks and mealtime when necessary
• Monitors and assists resident's during meal times
• Follows proper policy and procedure with maintenance of controlled substances
• Assists the CNA's with resident care as needed
• Other related duties as directed

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Team collaboration

Experience in long-term care

Education

LPN license (New York)

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Starting Rate: $27.25 - $31.75 - Based on Experience Shift Differential and Weekend Differential available!!!!

Description

• Manages a designated group of nursing employees on a nursing unit and delegates/supervises resident care.
• Administers medications/treatments on the assigned unit

Duties And Responsibilities

• Works closely with the Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor in all aspects of resident care to ensure continuity of resident care.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility protocols
• Monitor and document residents' health status, reporting changes to the RN or attending physician promptly
• Perform skilled nursing tasks including wound care, catheter care, and tube feedings
• Communicate clearly with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Follow all state, federal, and facility regulations, including infection control and HIPAA standards
• Supervises CNA's
• Checks medication/treatment supplies and reorders as necessary.
• Assists in emergency care as necessary.
• Assists the Nurse Manager/Nursing Supervisor with evaluation of resident's needs, condition and care.
• Relieves CNA's for breaks and mealtime when necessary.
• Monitors and assists resident's during meal times
• Follows proper policy and procedure with maintenance of controlled substances (i.e.: administration, count, documentation of effectiveness).
• Assists the CNA's with resident care as needed.
• Other related duties that may have become necessary or as directed by the supervisor, department head and/or administration.

Qualifications

• Current L.P.N. licensed in the State of New York
• Current CPR/BLS certification
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting preferred
• CPR certification required