What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full-Time position at Lutheran Home?
$5,000 Sign on Bonus
The Lutheran Home is hiring full-time Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will provide skilled nursing care while supporting the health, safety, dignity, and quality of life of our residents. Guided by our core values of service, excellence, dignity, fulfillment, grace, and stewardship, we are committed to providing compassionate care in a supportive environment where nurses can use their skills to make a meaning impact. New Graduate Practical Nurses (GPNs) are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:
- Provide skilled professional nursing care as prescribed by the physician, in compliance with State Board of Nursing regulations and Lutheran Home policies
- Obtain and relay necessary information from the off-going nurse for resident care and follow-up
- Verify narcotic/controlled medication counts
- Give daily report/instructions and assigning tasks for nursing assistants
- Monitor dining rooms during mealtimes to ensure proper diet and assistance for residents
- Administer and document medications and resident care as ordered by physicians
- Supervise and delegate tasks to CNAs, and assist in training new staff
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of residents and document care plans accordingly
- Perform and document admissions, transfers, and discharges as needed
- Observe residents for changes in condition and report to physicians, families and nursing staff
- Obtain and update physician orders as necessary
- Provide education to residents and families on medical issues, including disease process, medications, and safety
- Respond quickly to emergencies, initiating life-saving measures when needed
- Address resident, family, or physician concerns, and report issues to the Unit Manager or Shift Supervisor
- Promote a positive team culture built on respect and open communication
Available full-time shifts include:
- Day shift: 6:45 AM - 7:15 PM
- 12-hour shift
- Work 7 days out of every 14
- Every other weekend off
- Evening shift: 2:45 PM – 11:15 PM
- 8-hour shift
- Option to work 4 days per week
- Rotating weekend schedule
As a full-time member, you can take part in our many benefits including:
- Sign-on Bonus for eligible candidates
- Student Loan Reimbursement up to $20,800
- Earned Time Off
- Night shift and weekend shift differentials
- Medical Insurance options
- Retirement Benefits including Employer Match opportunity
- Life Insurance option including an Employer Paid Life Insurance
- Long-term & Short-term Disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance options
- On Demand Pay through Tapcheck
- and Residents that you will fall in love with.
Education Requirements:
- Current unrestricted LPN license in the State of Missouri (or eligibility for licensure)
- CPR certification
- Proficiency in electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred
About the Lutheran Home:
Since 1972, the Lutheran Home has provided the region’s residents with dignified and compassionate care. We look to employ and empower dedicated and qualified individuals to provide a culture of positivity, compassion and fun so that we may all live each day fulfilled.
The Lutheran Home is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Please verify that you have included in your application all relevant information and experience for the position you are pursuing. We use this information in our effort to offer competitive and equitable compensation.
Not all positions may be eligible for all benefits.