Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- *Night Shift*

NEW- WE ARE NOW OFFERING A $10,000 ANNUAL RETENTION BONUS ON TOP OF A $8,000 SIGN ON-BONUS and $20,000 in TUITION REIMBURSEMENT!!! Summary: The LPN Nurse works the night shift on a designated nursing unit and assures smooth operations of the unit under the direction of supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Scope of work may be modified by State specific rules under the Nurse Practice Act.
Education: Graduate of accredited LPN School Nursing.
Licenses/Certification: Current valid LPN license in the state employed.
Valid CPR certification Experience: At least one (1) year nursing experience preferred.
Evidence of continuing education or special preparation or experience in gerontological nursing and/or long-term care nursing desirable.
Essential Functions: Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner.
Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents promptly to RN.
Provides oncoming shift and supervisors with accurate and complete resident status report.
Receives and record physicians’ orders.
Coordinates, directs and evaluates staff (i.
e.
, Medication Aides/Medication Techs, Nurse Aides, etc.
) as directed.
Assures compliance with policies and procedures.
Reports problems and complaints timely to the Nurse Manager.
Provides feedback to Nurse Managers regarding performance of Nurse Aides.
Coordinates nursing assignment, which includes directing assigned nursing staff to the extent permitted by state practice act.