Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Overview
Grandview Healthcare Center is now hiring dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) who are committed to providing the best care for our residents. We are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great, supportive working environment for our dedicated staff!
Benefits
• Top-paying facility in the area!
• Increased Pay Rates!
• Weekly Pay
• Shift Differential! $2.00 for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance!
• Generous paid time off (PTO) package!
• Centralized location. Easy access to bus routes.
• Friendly staff and positive work atmosphere - Great leadership team!
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position summary:
Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.
Responsibilities
• Assess and document resident progress in the medical record.
• Monitor turning and positioning of residents.
• Obtain changes in the physician’s orders as indicated by the resident’s progress or lack of progress.
• Communicate pertinent information about the resident's condition and progress to charge nurses, supervisors, and the Director of Nursing, as indicated.
• Maintain a clean, orderly treatment cart and restock treatment supplies.
• Follow Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately as ordered by the physician and according to all facility policies and procedures.
• Document pressure sore status weekly or more often as the condition changes.
• Assist in monitoring the inventory of medications, medical supplies and equipment to be sure adequate supplies of skin care products are on hand to meet the needs of residents.
• Participate in educational programs for residents and their family members relative to skin care when a resident is being discharged to home.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities, as assigned.
Qualifications
• Licensed Practical Nurse, current state license in CT.
• At least one (1) year of Skilled Nursing experience preferred.
• Must have a current/active CPR certification.
• Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills.
• Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
• Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
• Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
To Apply
If you are a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse looking for a rewarding career, please apply today! We look forward to hearing from you!