Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Title: LPN Medication Nurse

Department: Nursing Services

General Summary

• To supervise the day-to-day nursing activities of the facility in accordance with current Federal, Sate, and local standards governing the facility and as directed by the Director of Nursing and Administrative staff to ensure the highest degree of quality care is always maintained.
• LPNs are to exercise supervisory authority even at times that RN supervisors are on duty and must exercise discretion and independent judgment to ensure proper discipline and productivity.
• To provide quality care to enhance quality of life.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing and currently licensed by the State of Alabama.

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must speak and understand English.
• Must be able to supervise and instruct others.

• Patience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderly
• Ability to communicate with Residents, families, personnel and support agencies
• Ability to remain calm under stress

Benefits

• Family atmosphere.
• Competitive wages.
• PTO starts accruing day one.
• Competitive shift differential.
• Strong 401k program.
• Low-cost health, dental, and vision insurance that's AFFORDABLE!
• $15,000 life insurance policy provided free for all employees.
• Additional insurance policies available through company partners.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• CNA Program

Physical and Sensory Qualifications (with or without the Aid of Mechanical Devices )

• Must be able to walk, stand, and bend

• Must be able to lift, grasp, push, and pull
• Must have fine hand coordination with or without mechanical devices
• Must have the ability to Read and Write in English
• Must have the ability to communicate with Residents, families, personnel, and support agencies
• Must have the ability to remain calm under stress

Administrative Functions

• Direct the day-to-day functions of nursing assistants and room attendants.
• Complete and maintain medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charts, etc.