NOW HIRING 3P - 11P , 11P - 7A, AND WEEKEND PROGRAM 7A - 11P

WEEKEND PROGRAM IS WORK 32 AND RECEIVE 8 GHOST HOURS FOR A TOTAL OF 40

Job Summary: Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, (RN), render nursing care to residents; observe and report symptoms and conditions; take and accurately record temperature, respiration, pulse, and blood pressure; assist in the administering of medications and record reactions; maintain records reflection the residents’ conditions; bathe and feed acutely ill residents; and assist in improving the welfare of the residents; instruct and train students for CNA program; keep accurate records of CNA program and hours of students; and other duties as assigned. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

License/Registration: Licensed Practical Nurse registered with the Board of Examiners of Practical/Vocational Nurses

Education: High school diploma, ability to read, write, follow written and oral instructions, and successfully completed the Louisiana Practical Nurse-training program; and, the appropriate training as required by state and federal regulations to instruct nurse aide training program.

Experience:On-the-job training as an integral part of the licensed-training program and at least one year of experience preferred.

Job Knowledge:Nursing policies and procedures, administration of medication, federal and state laws and regulations relative to resident care, facility policies. Must be proficient with computers and American Health Tech. Must have knowledge of infection control and Material Safety Data Sheets.

Continuing Education: As required

Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care in accordance with nursing facility and nursing service policies and procedures.
• Prepare and administer medications according to procedure and be aware of pharmacologic and therapeutic effect.
• Record nursing information on resident’s nursing care plans and clinical records, including nursing notes, graphic sheets, medication and treatment records; transcribe physician’s orders.
• Observe, report, and record resident reaction to drugs, tests, treatments, and therapeutic measures.
• Participate in the staff development program.
• Assist with the orientation and training of personnel.
• Participate in formal and informal staff development in-service programs, workshops, institutes, and conferences.
• Inform charge nurse of departmental activities and condition of each resident.
• Assume responsibility for residents assigned to his/her care, including regular bed checks to insure that no resident is left unattended or permitted to wander from the premises and insure that resident call lights are answered promptly.
• Report incidents of suspected resident abuse immediately.
• Responsible for supervision of nursing assistants working with him/her.

Work area and environment: Nursing stations, drug rooms, supply areas, resident rooms, offices, and other areas in the facility.

Physical Requirements: The Licensed Practical Nurse must perform all physical tasks required in normal, irregular or emergency operations to keep the facility running efficiently, ensuring at all times that residents receive excellent quality care. The Licensed Practical Nurse frequently performs physical tasks involving transporting residents by wheelchair, lifting and positioning residents (with assistance), and loading and unloading supplies. The Licensed Practical Nurse also performs housekeeping, laundry, dietary, and general maintenance tasks as needed in crisis situations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home
• Rehabilitation center

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Weekly schedule:

• Every weekend
• Rotating weekends

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)

Work Location: In person