LPN PT EVE 3p-11p

The Goodman Group, LLC; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

The Goodman Group, LLC is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team as part-time staff in Naples, FL. You will provide high-quality, holistic nursing care in accordance with standards and regulations within our long-term care facility.

Responsibilities include supervising licensed and non-professional staff, conducting daily rounds, documenting care plans, administering medications, and coordinating with health care providers as needed.

Qualifications

• Provide compassionate patient care in accordance with care plans and nursing standards.
• Coordinate care with licensed staff and non-professional team members.
• Maintain clear and accurate communication with residents, families, and health care providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care in accordance with state regulations and facility policies.
• Lead or direct licensed and non-professional staff in delivering resident care.
• Administer medications as ordered and ensure availability of medications and supplies.
• Complete assessments, care plans, and documentation in the resident’s medical record.
• Conduct rounds with health care providers and coordinate with hospice/home health staff as needed.
• Ensure safety programs and policies are followed by nursing staff.
• Monitor and respond to changes in resident conditions; communicate with supervisor.

Skills

Patient care

Team coordination

Communication

Education

LPN/LVN license

Job description

Summary of Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and in creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to provide high quality, holistic nursing care in accordance with nursing practice standards and health care regulations which govern the practice of professional nursing. Lead or direct licensed and non‑professional staff in the delivery of direct resident care and support functions.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Part Time

Schedule

Evening Shift 3pm-11pm
Week 1: Sun, Tue
Week 2: Thurs

Essential Job Functions

Nursing Care Functions

• Conduct the daily nursing functions in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long‑term care facility/assisted living communities.
• Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures including the safety program.
• Admit, transfer, and discharge residents with documentation regarding care and service provided.
• Participate in orientating new residents/family members to the facility.
• Make rounds with health care providers, hospice staff and home health staff as needed.
• Utilize nursing personnel qualifications according to the resident's care plan, service plans and health care provider orders.

Communication/Documentation Functions

• Complete daily clinical and environmental rounds to evaluate resident care being provided and report significant events.
• Meet and resolve issues with residents and/or family members. Report significant issues to the supervisor.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) as requested by management.
• Must perform clinical programs such as dementia, wound care, quality assurance, infection control, admissions, and falls as directed.
• Complete initial assessments as requested and assist or develop interim care plan/service plans.
• Update, review, and transcribe the care plan that identifies the goals, problems, approaches, and revisions based on nursing needs and health care provider orders.
• Assist with service plans as directed by the Director of Nursing.
• Communicate with health care providers to review treatment plans, complete orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies.
• Review the resident's medical record for specific treatments, medication orders, diets, labs, etc., for implementation and follow up.
• Requisition and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services, as ordered by the health care provider, and in accordance with our established procedures.
• Communicate the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, and visitors.
• Communicate with electronic or written 24‑hour reports and oral reports/recommendations concerning any changes in resident condition and other activities of your shift to nursing management.
• Fill out and complete accident/incident reports involving residents and submit them to Director of Nursing.
• Complete assessments and all other medical record documentation as required to provide care services.
• Provide resident and family information for care conferences or other meetings.
• Report all discrepancies noted concerning physician orders, diet changes, charting errors, etc., to the supervisor.
• Complete clinically accurate documentation according to policy.
• Review the resident medical documentation and progress notes from the interdisciplinary team to determine if the care plan/service plans are being followed. Report any concerns to your supervisor.
• Inform nursing personnel of new admissions and the resident's care needs. Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions. Greet newly admitted residents upon admission.
• Notify the resident's health care practitioner and family when there is a change in the resident's condition.
• Assist in arranging transportation for residents and other third‑party services.

Medication Administration Functions

• Prepare and administer medications ordered by the health care provider.
• Communicate with pharmacy to ensure resident medications are available for administration.
• Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the supervisor.
• Review medication administration record for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the health care provider's order. Report concerns to your supervisor.
• Dispose of drugs and narcotics as required, and in accordance with established procedures.

Personnel Functions

• Supervise your nursing unit to ensure that all personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards.
• Work with the Director of Nursing to resolve staff performance issues including those that may lead to termination.
• Report complaints and grievances to management and work with the Director of Nursing for a plan of action.

Safety and Sanitation Functions

• Assure and make available protective equipment for staff.
• Maintain nursing service work areas (i.e., nurses' stations, medicine preparation rooms, etc.), resident rooms, and treatment areas in a clean and sanitary manner.
• Recommend to the Director of Nursing the equipment and supply needs of the nursing department. Ensure that a stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is always maintained on the premises to adequately meet the needs of the residents.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Make independent decisions and follow instructions.
• Handle personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and the public tactfully.
• Work effectively with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.
• Communicate effectively in a manner sufficient for communication with supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.

Education and Experience

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the applicable state, in good standing throughout employment with no disciplinary action in effect against the professional license.
• Prefer one year of experience in nursing in a home care, assisted living, or long‑term care facility.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position requires the LPN/LVN to ensure resident care is provided by standards of practice following policies and procedures of the facility by CNAs/Caregivers, but the CNAs/Caregivers do not directly report to them.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Tasks may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

Physical Requirements

• Walk long distances.
• Stand for extended periods of time.
• Sustain repetitive movement (CPR compressions, bagging, etc.)
• Maintain physical tolerance (stand/walk/work on your feet for 8-12 hours at a time with minimal breaks)
• Be able to lift to fifty pounds at times.
• Be able to push and pull up to fifty pounds at times.

Cognitive Requirements

• Execute tasks independently.
• Ability to express yourself clearly and effectively.
• General computer literacy.

Environmental Requirements

• Ambient room temperatures and lighting.

Other Requirements

• May be required to work nights, weekends and holidays.