LPN Licensed Practical Nurse

Life Care Centers of America; Humansville (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America in Missouri is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse to join our multidisciplinary team. The LPN will deliver bedside nursing care, monitor patient conditions, and help patients attain the highest practicable well‑being according to Life Care standards.

You will assign duties, instruct and supervise CNAs, and document changes in patients’ conditions daily. CPR certification is required on hire, and active LPN/LVN licensure is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited LPN program.
• Active LPN/LVN license in good standing in the applicable state.
• One year skilled nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification on hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bedside nursing care and monitor patient conditions.
• Assign duties, instruct and provide clinical supervision to CNAs.
• Ensure compliance with Life Care standards and regulations.

Skills

Patient care

Interpersonal skills

Clinical supervision

CPR certification

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

Come and grow with us! We are affiliated with Life Care Centers of America, which is a privately owned 47-year industry leader in healthcare with more than 200 locations across the U.S. We are currently seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse to add to our team of professionals. We believe that every job in our company plays a vital role in our continued growth and commitment to provide quality patient care. We believe in providing our associates with opportunities to help them reach their maximum potential through working with strong multidisciplinary teams. We invites you to come and join our growing team.

As an important member of our interdisciplinary team, the LPN delivers quality nursing care to patients through interpersonal contact and provides care and services to allow patients to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards. Your role will involve monitoring and reporting changes in the patient’s condition. On a daily basis you must be able to assign duties, instruct, and provide clinical supervision to CNAs.

Education, Experience, And Licensure Requirements

• Graduated from an accredited LPN program
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year skilled nursing experience preferred
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Specific Job Requirements

• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeably and competently deliver quality nursing care to patients
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

An Equal Opportunity Employer