Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description
UP TO $750 SIGN-ON BONUS AVAILABLE!
$500 at six (6) months of employment
$250 at one (1) year of employment
SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL FROM $0.50 TO $2.00 PER HOUR DEPENDING ON SHIFT!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Assists and participates in development of total care plan of residents with physician, psychiatrist, nurses and allied therapists.
- Participates in providing nursing care for residents.
- Assists in rehab programs and bowel and bladder training programs.
- Observes and reports on residents' physical and mental condition; obtains vital signs.
- Keeps patient records and reports according to policy.
- Provides leadership and directs functions of Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Assists with admissions, discharges, transfers, appointment scheduling.
- Notifies charge nurse of any change in patient condition.
- Investigates and reports any allegations of abuse or care giver misconduct and ensures residents are treated with respect and dignity.
- Administers medications and treatments as prescribed by physician and psychiatrist.
- Contacts medical provider and family of residents related to change of condition or concerns.
- Receives MD orders, makes rounds with MD's, transcribes orders, and communicates orders to nursing staff and pharmacy.
- Assists in care and monitoring of IV's per facility policy.
- Monitors and assists residents with psycho-social events.
- Provides support, information or education to residents or family members as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- High School Diploma/equivalent.
- Completion of a practical nursing program.
- Wisconsin Practical Nurse License.
- Previous experience as a CNA or LPN preferred.
- Must successfully pass criminal and caregiver background check.