LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

National Health Care Associates, Inc.; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive pay

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

National Health Care Associates, Augusta, ME, is hiring Licensed Practical Nurses to provide compassionate, high-quality care to our aging residents. You will administer medications, monitor health status, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement individualized care plans.

We offer meaningful work, competitive pay (USD 32.48–42.00 per hour), a $5,000 sign-on bonus for night shift, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Valid state license (LPN)
• Compassionate and empathetic patient care
• Interest in nursing needs of the aged and chronically ill
• Strong clinical skills including medication administration
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and administer medications
• Monitor vital signs and document medical information
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to implement care plans
• Provide wound care and other nursing interventions
• Supervise CNAs in delivering care
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards

Skills

LPN license

Direct patient care

Vital signs

Medication administration

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

A Great Place to Work

Augusta is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. Location: 188 Eastern Avenue, Augusta, ME 04330

** $5000 Sign On Bonus for Night Shift.

***Full time and Part time available.

What You'll Do:

As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the well-being and comfort of our residents. You will provide direct nursing care, administer medications, collaborate with healthcare professionals, and oversee the implementation of care plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administering medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers
• Monitoring and recording patient vital signs and medical information
• Collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement care plans
• Providing wound care and other nursing interventions as needed
• Supervising and supporting Certified Nurse Assistants (CNAs) in delivering care
• Ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards and protocols

If you are a compassionate and skilled healthcare professional looking to make a significant impact on the lives of others in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together, we

What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Augusta team enjoys:

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

Rate of Pay

USD $32.48 - USD $42.00 /Hr.

What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) include:

• Valid state license (LPN)
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patient care
• Interest in the nursing needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
• Strong clinical skills including the administration of medications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment

We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National's centers are unique but share common values:Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named "Best Of" by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.