Nurse LPN

Providence Home By Fir; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Providence Home By Fir in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a Geriatric Nurse to join our team. You will care for aging patients, administer medications, and follow care orders from doctors. The role emphasizes independence and teamwork in a supportive environment.

Required is an LPN license with experience with the elderly population; the position rewards dedication with a collaborative, patient-focused workplace.

Qualifications

• Active, valid nursing license within the state.
• Experience working with an aging population desired.
• Comfortable working independently and within a team.
• Ability to multitask and work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Make rounds to check on each patient assigned, noting issues as needed.
• Administer prescribed medications as directed.
• Assist other nurses or nurse aides to keep the shift moving and provide excellent care.
• Be a positive, supportive presence to aging patients.

Skills

Nursing

Patient care

Teamwork

Independent work

Multitasking

Education

LPN License

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Compensation
• Great Work Environment
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking a Geriatric Nurse to join our team! As a Geriatric Nurse, you will spend your time caring for our aging patients, administering medication, and following care orders laid out by the team of doctors. You will also work closely with other nurses and nurses aids offering support and guidance as needed, and be a supportive, helpful presence to our patients. The ideal candidate has experience working with an older population, has LPN license, and works well independently as well as within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Make rounds to check on each patient assigned, assessing current well-being and making notes on issues as needed
• Administer prescribed medications as directed
• Assisting other nurses or nurses aids as needed to keep the shift moving and provide excellent care
• Being a positive, supportive presence to our aging patients

Qualifications

• Active, valid nursing license within the state
• Experience working with an aging population desired
• Comfortability working independently and within a team
• The ability to multitask and work well under pressure