What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - $5000 Sign-On-Bonus - All Shifts position at FutureCare?
Qualifications
- Must hold an active LPN license issued in the state of Maryland
- 1 year of nursing experience preferred
- Previous experience caring for residents in an acute or long-term health care facility a plus
- Team player with strong work ethic and a willingness to assist where needed
- Must possess a current CPR license
- Ability to demonstrate effective interpersonal communication with all personnel, residents, and families
Equal Opportunity Employer
FutureCare has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of employment discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We actively promote equality of opportunity for all and welcome all applications.
Responsibilities
- Under the direct supervision of the RN, assist in care planning and treatments for residents and consults with other nursing staff as appropriate with applying knowledge and resources
- Demonstrate basic knowledge and skills required to care for the resident population on an assigned unit
- Review resident medical records to ensure nursing practice provided is within State and Federal guidelines
- Document care provided and report changes in resident status to shift supervisor
- Review all referrals for consultation, treatment or resolution of problems are valid and applicable to the documented nurse plans
- Seeks opportunities for professional growth and expansion of responsibilities to maintain competency levels
- Set and implement goals and policies consistent with the philosophy and purpose of FutureCare’s nursing facility
