LPN Licensed Practical Nurse

Life Care Centers of America; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse to join our interdisciplinary team. The LPN will provide quality patient care, monitor patient condition, and supervise CNAs to maintain high standards of care.

The role emphasizes independent clinical decision-making and ensuring compliance with Life Care standards and regulations. CPR certification is required or obtained during orientation.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited LPN program.
• Current active LPN/LVN license in the applicable state.
• CPR certification required or obtained during orientation and kept current.

Responsibilities

• Deliver quality nursing care to patients and monitor changes in condition.
• Provide supervision and direction to CNAs.
• Make independent clinical decisions when warranted and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Patient care

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Attention to safety

Education

LPN program graduate

Active LPN/LVN license

CPR certification

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