LPN Nights

TEEMA; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Veterans' Services-YUMA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide comprehensive geriatric nursing care to residents. The role includes supervising subordinate staff, observing patient conditions, and administering prescribed treatments in line with the care plan.

Under supervision of an RN or physician, the LPN may act as the charge nurse, overseeing all LPNs on the unit and coordinating with CNAs to ensure high-quality resident care.

Qualifications

• Provide geriatric nursing care in accordance with the prescribed plan of care.
• Observe and report resident condition and administer treatments as directed.
• Oversee and train subordinate staff on the unit.

Responsibilities

• Lead with limited supervision on assignments.
• Coordinate care under RN or physician supervision; acting as charge nurse when applicable.

Skills

Geriatric nursing

Staff supervision

Clinical observation

Plan of care

Education

LPN license

Job description

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with the Department of Veterans' Services-YUMA you will be responsible for providing all geriatric nursing care, treatment and services in a professional and prescribed manner. You will provide a variety of nursing care for infirm geriatric residents while overseeing and training subordinate staff in specific resident care. You will observe and report resident behavior and physical condition to include administering medical treatment and providing intervention according to the plan of care. In addition; you will act as a lead with limited supervision on assignments. This position works under the supervision of an RN or physician however in the event the LPN position is the charge nurse, the incumbent oversees the functions of all other LPNs on the unit, as well as the Certified Nursing Assistants.