LPN (or RN), FT Night

John Knox Village; Lone Jack (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct care in a supportive environment. This role involves assessing patient needs, administering medications, and maintaining accurate documentation. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care and the ability to communicate effectively with both patients and staff. Join a compassionate team where your contributions will enhance the quality of life for residents. If you are passionate about nursing and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct resident/patient care based on a specific plan.
• Reports resident/patient changes to the Registered Nurse.
• Completes required documentation of nursing care timely.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Dispensing

Documentation

Communication Skills

Basic Math Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Completion of an accredited School of Nursing

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

* MUST BE ABLE TO WORK THE FOLLOWING TWO WEEK ROTATING SCHEDULE *

7p-7a

Mon/Tues/Fri/Sat - Sun/Wed/Thurs

BLUE TEAM

Rehab Unit in the Village Care Center

JOB SUMMARY - LPN

The LPN performs direct resident/patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The incumbent performs nursing assessments, follows the plan of care in accordance with physician's plan of treatment; provides nursing services in accordance with current nursing practice; and evaluates resident’s/patient's response to treatment. Supportive of Village mission and values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - LPN

1. Provides direct resident/patient care based on a specific plan and departmental services. This may include dispensing medication, checking vitals, changing wounds, personal care, etc.
2. Timely and accurately reports resident/patient changes, needs and/or requirements to the Registered Nurse and/or other managing staff.
3. Accurately and timely completes required documentation of nursing care to meet all state and Village requirements.
4. May delegate appropriate tasks to caregivers and follows up on assignments.
5. May perform homemaking and other environmental services when necessary for services provided through the department.
6. The responsibilities described above represent the primary responsibilities of the job. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as warranted by business needs. The incumbent is expected to perform all assigned responsibilities.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

1. The associate is subject to inside environmental conditions which provides protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
2. The associate is exposed to infectious diseases.
3. The associate is required to function around individuals with challenged mental capacities.
4. Required to drive from one location to another if necessary for services provided through the department.
5. Depending on services offered in the department, this position may have “on-call” responsibilities.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS - LPN

Education:

This job requires a combination of education, training and experience that is acquired through the completion of an accredited School of Nursing.

Licenses/Certifications:

1. Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
2. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain prior to direct patient contact.

Knowledge and Skills (required unless otherwise noted):

1. Minimum of 12 training and in-service hours annually.
2. Basic level knowledge of Microsoft operating system and Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
3. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks and procedure manuals.
4. Ability to write simple sentences, paragraphs and correspondence.
5. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization.
6. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
7. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
8. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

EOE/D/V

Tobacco-Free

Post-Offer Background Check and Health Screening Required

Questions can be directed to [e-mail]

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

LPN

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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