Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Licensed Practical Nurse reports to and receives general direction from the Director of Nursing and is responsible for delivering quality nursing care to assigned residents in compliance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and established policies and procedures which encourages each resident’s ability to maintain or attain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being. Care provided should conform to recognized nursing techniques, procedures, and established standards based on the scope of practical nursing, under the direction/delegation of a Registered Nurse.

Schedule: Full-Time, Part-Time, Days, Nights, Weekends, 12 Hour Shifts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform direct patient care utilizing established procedures, policies and standards.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans and assessments.
• Perform duties in a safe manner in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Timely and accurately record nursing notes in an informative and description manner.
• Perform “Charge Nurse” duties as assigned.