What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) position at Yalobusha General Hospital and Nursing Home?
Yalobusha County Nursing Home is looking for a LPN to fill a night shift position in our 122 bed long-term care facility.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for daily nursing operations.
- Prepares equipment and assists physicians if applicable.
- Observes resident’s reactions to medications and treatments.
- Observes, records, and reports changes in residents’ condition to supervisor and attending physician.
- Implements and maintains policies and procedures.
- Ensures that safe work practices are utilized.
- Ensures proper infection control techniques are utilized.
- Reports accurately to oncoming shift Charge Nurse regarding change in resident status and follow-up needs.
- Participates in care planning process and ensures the Nursing component is implemented.
- Ensures the rights of residents are respected.
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
- Maintains effective communication with residents, families and facility staff.
Qualifications
- Has a current license by the State Board of Nursing as an LPN.
- Ability to perform a variety of duties characterized by frequent change, as work schedule will change on a daily basis.
- Capable of working to prescribed nursing standards.
- Good interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $28.80 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $29