LPN - Long-Term Care (CO) | Compassionate Team

Bluestem Village; La Junta (CO); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with Rx benefits

Dental insurance

Vision care

Paid vacation

Job summary

Bluestem Village is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care to residents in a long-term care facility. The role involves following physician orders, supervising day-to-day nursing activities, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include medications administration, care planning participation, and collaboration with physicians and RNs to maintain high-quality care for residents in Colorado.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Valid Colorado LPN license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Experience in long-term care preferred.
• Knowledge of Point Click Care software.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients by physical examination and pertinent tests to determine health status.
• Administers medications and treatments.
• Participates in the care planning process.
• Supervises LPNs and certified nursing assistants.
• Communicates with physicians regarding changes in residents’ conditions and test results.
• Documents assessments and care per standards and policy.
• Educates patients and families on health-related issues.
• Completes forms and documents per policy and regulations.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Patient care

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing

Tools

Point Click Care

Job description

Bluestem Village is seeking a licensed practical nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care to residents in a long-term care facility. The role involves following physician orders, supervising day-to-day nursing activities, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities include medications administration, care planning participation, and collaboration with physicians and RNs to maintain high-quality care for residents in Colorado.