What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Pavilion at Piketon Nursing and Rehabilitation?
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Location: The Pavilion at Piketon
Job Type: Full-Time, Part-Time
Salary: Negotiable
About Us
The Pavilion at Piketon is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center located in Piketon, OH. At The Pavilion at Piketon, our mission is simple: “To make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve by providing competent, compassionate and outcome-oriented care – every day.”
Position Summary
May provide direct nursing care to the residents and supervises the day-to-day nursing activities performed by certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Directs the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state and local regulations and guidelines and established facility policies and procedures.
Follows the nursing model to promote holistic care for the residents.
Ensures that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned.
Participates in the admission, discharge and transfers of residents as required.
Assesses for changes in residents’ status, notifying the physician and resident’s family or representative and documenting accordingly.
Transcribes physician orders to medical record and carries out orders as written.
Prepares and administers medications as per physicians’ orders and observes for adverse effects as indicated.
Performs wound treatments as per physicians’ orders, observes for changes and documents accordingly as indicated.
Schedules follow up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated.
Provides nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required.
A Nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
Current unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in practicing state.
Current CPR certification.
IV certification, if applicable
Benefits
Competitive Wages and Benefits Package
401(K) Plan
Paid Time Off
Positive and compassionate environment
Supportive Leadership team
Additional incentives