LPN: Impactful Long-Term Care Nurse

millington healthcare; Millington (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Millington Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team of experienced clinicians. The role involves directing Nursing Assistants, planning discharge services, and ensuring accurate documentation of patient care in a long-term care environment.

The ideal candidate holds a current LPN license in the state of employment and has familiarity with long-term or post-acute care settings.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current and valid LPN license in the state employed.
• Long term care/post-acute care setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct the day-to-day functions of Nursing Assistants under current rules and guidelines.
• Assist in planning residents' discharge services as required.
• Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
• Chart nurses’ notes reflecting care provided and residents’ responses.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by physician in accordance with regulations and policy.
• Order prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as needed.
• Ensure narcotics handling adheres to regulations and maintain narcotic records.
• Make daily rounds to ensure staff perform duties to standard.
• Notify attending physicians and next-of-kin when conditions change or incidents occur.
• Attend and participate in center in-service programs as required.
• Complete daily nursing evaluations and documentation in Point Click Care.

Skills

LPN license

Nursing experience

Job description

Millington Healthcare is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team of experienced clinicians. The role involves directing Nursing Assistants, planning discharge services, and ensuring accurate documentation of patient care in a long-term care environment.

The ideal candidate holds a current LPN license in the state of employment and has familiarity with long-term or post-acute care settings.