Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Summary

**$3,000 sign-on bonus for full-time employment (1-year commitment required)**

We are currently seeking a highly qualified *Licensed Practical Nurse *to join our growing healthcare team. In this position, you will provide direct nursing care to residents in a long term care/skilled nursing environment and tend to their needs. You should be highly committed to best practices, knowledgeable of compliance requirements, and able to perform well within a team environment. You should be able to follow health and safety guidelines faithfully and consistently. A character of compassion and sincerity coupled with strong communication skills are a must. We offer unique benefits as well as traditional benefits, a fun and collaborative working environment that is focused on resident care.

Duties and Responsibilities Monitor and assess resident conditions and their needs to provide the best care and advice possible. Observe and interpret resident symptoms and communicate them to physicians. Provide psychological support as needed Resolve and/or report on residents needs or issues Prepare residents for examinations and perform necessary routine diagnostic checks (e.g. monitor pulse, blood pressure, oxygen, temperature, provide medications and injections, etc.) and chart accordingly Accurately monitor and record data regarding residents conditions; document all provided care services Function well during stressful situations to treat healthcare emergencies Delegate and administer workloads as needed by the team Follow all care regulations and standards Work within and cooperate with a interdisciplinary team to achieve the best patient care possible Supervise and direct support nursing staff on your designated unit Provide 'on call' services to nursing staff per schedule by administrator

Requirements and Qualifications BS or diploma in nursing Obtain and maintain CPR certification Obtain and maintain DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card Active Nursing license In-depth knowledge of health and safety guidelines and procedures and willingness to follow them at all times A team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Responsibility and compassion Evidence of continued learning to maintain proficiency of professional and technical emerging knowledge Exceptional problem solving, prioritizing, and multitasking skills

EOE

Pay: $26.35 - $33.35 per hour

License/Certification: * LPN license (Preferred)

Work Location: In person by Jobble