Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Staff Licensed Practical Nurse

Copper Ridge is recruiting for a nurse to fill an LPN role in a skilled nursing facility setting. The charge nurse is a staff nurse position that has direct care responsibilities as well as supervising responsibilities. We are looking for clinicians who would like to combine their love for people and strong work ethic with the opportunities to advance your career.

Job Description

• Observe and monitor residents' health and assess their needs to provide quality care
• Work with physicians to create individual care plans and assist them during required operations or procedures
• Maintain complete healthcare records and reports including PCC being utilized according to best practices
• Supervise, manage, and assist in training CMA's and GNA's on staff
• Perform routine procedures as needed, including administering medication and injections, and provide emergency medical care when necessary
• Maintain a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness within the facility
• Collaborate with DON in maintaining adequate staffing coverage
• Effectively utilize existing manpower to limit the amount of overtime/agency needed to support staffing
• Assess work performance of nursing staff while on duty ensuring timeliness in services to our patients/residents
• Maintain security of the facility, creating an environment that is respectful, team-oriented, and responsive to the needs of our staff, patients, and their families
• Monitor nursing care to reduce hospitalizations and ensure positive outcomes
• Encourage shift to shift communication between incoming and outgoing nursing staff
• Review prospective admissions in relation to existing nursing capabilities and ensure readiness to treat
• Ensure that patient's attending physician and family or responsible party are promptly notified of any significant change in the patient health condition
• Investigate patient/family complaints and take appropriate actions to bring to resolution

Requirements

• Current state LPN
• BLS/CPR certification
• In-depth knowledge of nursing care methods and health and safety guidelines
• Responsible and compassionate with outstanding organizational and communication skills
• Experience supervising GNAs and CMAs in a nursing home setting

Benefits

• 401k
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• PTO
• Flexible schedule
• Overtime pay