Night Shift LPN: Compassionate Resident Care

The Center at Centennial; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Supportive team environment

Competitive pay

Job summary

The Center at Centennial in Colorado Springs is seeking an LPN to provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring. Work alongside physicians and the nursing team to assess and report changes, and contribute to care plan development.

Responsibilities include documenting care in electronic health records, collaborating with staff, participating in surveys and quality improvement, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment

Qualifications

• Current, unencumbered LPN license.
• Ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of nursing practices and long-term care regulations.
• Ability to work in a team and supervise others if needed.
• Patience, compassion and a positive attitude.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and transport residents with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring.
• Observe, assess, and report changes in resident condition to physicians and the nursing team.
• Assist in the development and modification of resident care plans.
• Document resident care accurately and thoroughly in electronic health records.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and other departments to ensure comprehensive resident care.
• Participate in facility surveys and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for residents.

Skills

Independent decision making

Communication skills

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Patience and compassion

Education

LPN license

Job description

The Center at Centennial in Colorado Springs is seeking an LPN to provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, wound care, and vital sign monitoring. Work alongside physicians and the nursing team to assess and report changes, and contribute to care plan development.

Responsibilities include documenting care in electronic health records, collaborating with staff, participating in surveys and quality improvement, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment