Nursing - LPN Per Diem

Active Day; Hopkinsville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care to members under physician orders and address emergent needs. You will educate staff, members, and families while ensuring adherence to policies and safety standards.

The role requires flexibility and strong communication in a team setting. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and potentially administering medications under supervision.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid LPN license and CPR certification.
• Possess malpractice insurance if applicable.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• One year of full-time equivalent healthcare experience preferred.
• Experience with seniors or adults with special needs preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required.
• Able to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Able to work a flexible schedule.
• Physical ability to bend, lift to 50 pounds; stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care according to individual care plan and physician orders.
• Monitor and document vital signs and treatment responses; report abnormalities.
• Assist with daily activities including hygiene, meals, ambulation, and social activities.
• Provide health education to staff, members, and families.
• Provide emergency care as required.
• Possibly administer medications with appropriate supervision and certification.
• Maintain positive, courteous communication with members, families, staff, and partners.
• Participate in staff meetings and cross-functional collaboration to enhance member experience.
• Comply with policies, safety and regulatory laws; fulfill other duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN License

CPR Certification

Malpractice Insurance

Strong Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Flexible Schedule

Physical Ability

Job description

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to members in accordance with physician's orders and emergent needs. Duties involve providing instruction and assistance to members, staff and family members. The Licensed Practical Nurse ensures that all work complies with company policies and procedures, safety and regulatory laws and standards.

Qualifications

• LPN License, CPR certification, and valid malpractice insurance policy if applicable.
• At least 21 years of age.
• At least one-year full-time equivalent experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Prior experience working seniors and/or adults with special needs preferred.
• Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
• Able to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Able to work a flexible schedule.
• Able to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds; able to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
• Successful results of background check, and where applicable, additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to members according to individual plan of care, physician's orders and emergency needs.
• Observes, monitors and documents members' vital signs and responses to treatments and medications, reporting abnormalities to Director of Nursing.
• Assists members as needed with daily functional activities, including but not limited to, hygiene, meals, ambulation, arrivals and departures, and social activities.
• Provides health education and instruction to staff, members and family members.
• Provides emergency care as required.
• May be required to administer medications with appropriate certification and supervision by the Registered Nurse.
• Communicate in a positive, courteous and professional manner with members and their families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community at large.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs as requested; actively collaborate with cross-functional team, providing feedback and recommendations for enhancing the member experience and achieving the center’s overall goals and objectives.
• Comply with company policies and procedures, safety and regulatory laws and standards.
• Other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned at any time.

#INDADN01