PRN Float Pool Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Gloucester

Riverside Health System; Gloucester (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Riverside Health System seeks a PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join its Lifelong Health Float Pool. The position requires working a minimum of 8 shifts every 4 weeks, with at least 2 weekend shifts, across two Riverside Lifelong Health facilities on the Middle Peninsula.

Flexibility in scheduling is offered, with pay starting at $39.00 per hour. The LPN supports nursing care under RN supervision, focusing on resident comfort and safety, and assists in supervising auxiliary staff to

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure required (Virginia Dept of Health Professions upon hire).
• CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Prior LPN experience in long-term care or senior living preferred.

Responsibilities

• Medications and treatments administered accurately per orders.
• Respect resident choices within safety and dignity guidelines.
• Assign duties to CNAs to ensure quality resident care and teamwork.
• Contribute to development and modification of individual service plans with proper documentation.

Job description

Mathews, Virginia

Hiring Range

$29.50 - $39.00/HourlyActual pay is determined by program, work commitment and business needs

Riverside Health is currently hiring for a PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Lifelong Health Float Pool team! This position will work at least 8 shifts per 4-week schedule, with at least 2 of these shifts being on weekends. This role will work between two Riverside Lifelong Heath facilities on the Middle Peninsula. This role offers flexibility and pay rates starting at $39.00 per hour!

Overview

Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor, and ultimately responsible to the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing and Director of Quality Care Management. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) participates in the planning and implementation of nursing care and provides for the emotional, physical comfort and safety of the residents and their families while supporting multiple Lifelong Health Senior Living facilities. Assists in supervision of auxiliary personnel.

What you will do

• Medications and treatments are administered accurately and according to provider’s orders.
• Allows resident choices within limits of capability considering safety /dignity issues and follows policies and procedures of facility to include resident privacy and dignity.
• Assigns duties to non-professional staff such as CNAs according to education, training, policy and resident need in order to assure quality resident care is delivered. Engages team members for optimal performance and addresses performance as needed.
• Contributes to the development, maintenance, or modifications to the individual service plans. Identifies changes in condition with proper documentation according to nursing practice standards. Demonstrates consistent follow through for positive resident outcomes. Utilizes good judgment and specialized skills

Qualifications

Experience

• Less than 1 year 6 Months LPN Nursing Experience in a Long-Term Care/Senior Living Facility (Required)
• 1 year LPN Nursing Experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required)
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required)

Other Requirements

• Weekend Shifts
• Irregular Shifts
• Work/Float in more than one work location

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.