LPN - 3000 sign on bonus

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

$3,000 sign-on bonus available! Increase your pay with our Mod Comp Plan.

Job Description

• A licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders.
• Works in a team environment and within the scope of practice as defined by the state.
• The LPN works under the direction of physicians and registered nurses (RNs).
• The primary responsibilities of your role in your assigned location are to provide direct nursing care to residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities following the current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern long-term care and skilled nursing facilities.
• You are entrusted to ensure that the highest degree of quality care will always be provided to our residents.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.
• Administers medications and treatments.
• Participates in the care planning process.
• Supervises LPNs and certified nursing assistants.
• Communicates with physicians regarding changes in residents' conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.
• Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.
• Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.
• Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and/or federal regulations.

Requirements

• Knowledge of computer systems including Point Click Care.
• Knowledge of nursing and medical practices, procedures, and standards of care.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.
• Valid state licensure as an LPN.
• Current CPR certification.
• One-year experience in a long-term care environment (preferred).
• Current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in Colorado.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with Rx benefits.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision care.
• Paid vacation.