Senior LPN - Personal Care Unit

Life Care Centers of America; Antioch (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Personal Care Unit to deliver quality nursing care and support to patients in accordance with Life Care standards.

The role requires an LPN license in good standing, completion of an accredited LPN program, and CPR certification; one year of geriatric nursing experience is preferred. You will work under the guidance of nursing leadership and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure patient well-being.

Qualifications

• Attended an accredited LPN program.
• Currently licensed/registered in applicable State. Must maintain an active Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) license in good standing throughout employment.
• One (1) year geriatric nursing experience preferred.
• CPR certification upon hire or obtain during orientation. CPR certification must remain current during employment.

Responsibilities

• Knowledgeable in delivering quality nursing care on the personal care unit.
• Assign duties, instruct, and provide clinical supervision to CNAs.
• Chart appropriately and timely.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a professional attitude toward patients.
• Assist in evacuation of patients.
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance.
• Communicate and function on an interdisciplinary team.
• Move and position patients as required.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Communication

Patient care

Education

LPN program

LPN license

CPR certification

Job description

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Personal Care Unit to deliver quality nursing care and support to patients in accordance with Life Care standards.

The role requires an LPN license in good standing, completion of an accredited LPN program, and CPR certification; one year of geriatric nursing experience is preferred. You will work under the guidance of nursing leadership and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure patient well-being.