LPN - $8K Sign-On in Sub-Acute & Long-Term Care

Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing; St. Croix Falls (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Job summary

Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at St Croix is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join a Sub-Acute and Long Term Care team in Wisconsin. The role focuses on direct patient care, collaboration with RNs, and documentation within the patient care plan.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and an active LPN license in Wisconsin. Competitive pay rates and benefits are offered as part of a comprehensive compensation package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• LPN license in Wisconsin is required.

Responsibilities

• Assumes self-responsibility for all direct patient care activities as indicated by the Registered Nurse within the scope of the Nurse Practice Act and policies and procedures.
• Gives direct resident care according to the therapeutic plan and individual patient needs as directed by the patient care plan.
• Provides appropriate information to assist the Registered Nurse in the preparation and maintenance of an effective resident care plan.
• Records the resident’s official record a detailed report of care given which reflects the therapeutic plan and specific aspects of the resident care plan.
• Reinforces instructions given to the patient by the physician and Registered Nurse and refers new needs for instruction to the Registered Nurse.
• May administer prescribe medications to patients under the specific policies and procedures.
• Performs selected prescribed treatment and nursing measures for the patient under specific guidelines.
• Notifies the Registered Nurse of significant findings or changes in the patient’s physical or mental conditions.
• Initiates CPR procedures when there is a sudden cessation of heart beat or respirations.
• Initiates emergency assistance as per policies and procedures.
• Asks questions when in doubt for clarification by the Registered Nurse.
• Acts as a role model for ancillary personnel.
• Maintains the confidentiality of the patient’s clinical records.
• Practices within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act and understands legal consequences of nursing action.
• Involves patient and/or family in care of patient as appropriate.
• Keeps skills up to date and increases knowledge and productivity.
• Seeks educational opportunities to increase clinical competency.
• Insures privacy for patient and confidentiality of condition and personal information.
• Preparing and recording clinical notes for the clinical records.
• Reporting any changes in the patient’s condition to the case manager.
• Performing assigned act, including the administration of treatments and medications, in the care of the patient.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Documentation

Medication administration

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

LPN License in WI

Job description

Divine Rehabilitation and Nursing at St Croix is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join a Sub-Acute and Long Term Care team in Wisconsin. The role focuses on direct patient care, collaboration with RNs, and documentation within the patient care plan.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and an active LPN license in Wisconsin. Competitive pay rates and benefits are offered as part of a comprehensive compensation package.