LPN- Part Time Charge Nurse 7pm-7am

Job Description

Job Description

Our Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are responsible for overseeing the care of our senior residents. These hands-on caregivers work directly to assist residents with daily care needs. They are responsible for supervising nursing assistants and maintaining a high standard of care, accurate record-keeping and licensing requirements as directed by the Director of Nursing. Excellent communication skills and knowledge of state regulations and medication administration are necessary. LPNs must be dedicated, compassionate, and respectful. We are looking to hire LPN's for our Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living area. Part time 7p-7a shifts available.

At Penick Village, we make each day great for one another. It is what we do! We also believe that it is never the wrong time to do the right thing for our staff members. In addition to competitive pay, we offer great benefits and opportunities to our employees. This includes:

403b with matching

Tap Check, a voluntary benefit that allows associates at our facilities the ability to access their pay when they need it.

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Programs

Scholarship Opportunities

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Rewards & Recognitions Programs

Discounted Staff Meals

Qualifications: Current Licensed Practical Nurse license, CPR certification or ability to acquire within 60 days, Experience in senior care is preferred

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Direct the day-to-day functions of the Elder Assistants and Medication Technicians in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the long-term care facility.

Ensure that the written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department are followed by all nursing personnel assigned to you.

Cooperate with other resident services when coordinating nursing services to ensure that the resident's total regimen of care is maintained.

Ensure that the nursing personnel under your direction are following their respective job descriptions.

Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, studies, charting, etc. as necessary.

Participate in the facility's quality assurance program for the nursing service department.

Participate in the updating of the resident's written discharge plan as required.

Assist in planning the nursing services portion of the resident's discharge plan as necessary.

Participate in surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.

Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift are required.

Periodically review the department's policy & procedure manuals, etc. Make recommendations for revisions.

Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts services, programs and activities.

Interpret the department's policies and procedures to personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required.

Assist with admission, transfer and discharge residents as required,

Maintain the Daily Census Report and submit to the Business Office as required.

Perform charting and documentation according to facilities policy and procedure manual.

Prepare, administer and document medication as ordered by physician and according to facility policy and procedure manual.

Function as an Assistant Responder for Independent Living residents.