LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Pay: $25.00 - $34.00 / hour

Sign on bonus for LPN $7,500 for full-time, $3750 for part time.

 

NEW!  Pay in lieu of benefits program, earn 16% in additional pay!

 

Full Time/Part Time LPN positions available.

 

As we work to build our team - we are seeking collaborative, compassionate & reliable Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to be clinical leads in resident care. 

 

What makes Elderwood at Wheatfield Special:

• Monthly staff and resident lunch
• Room to grow and develop throughout the facility
• Theme days and activities to celebrate holidays, game days, etc.

 

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Team Leader - Position Overview:

• Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) are indispensable members of our interdisciplinary team and are charged with managing the daily clinical regimen of each resident and sub-acute patient. Our LPNs enjoy a unique opportunity to gain extensive clinical experience and provide advanced care in a home-like setting.
• Direct nursing care of residents encompasses planning, developing, organizing, implementing and evaluating the care of residents to ensure that the highest degree of quality care and regulatory compliance is maintained at all times.
• State LPN license required.

Elderwood Benefits as a LPN (must qualify):

• Tuition Reimbursement Programs 
• Employee Referral Bonus
• 401K with Employer Matching
• PTO & Holiday Package 
• Full Suite of Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Shift Differentials
• Other Compensation Programs! 

Put the CARE back in CAREER - Join our team today!

401K Retirement Plan with Company Match, Consistent work and holiday rotations to provide you with a great work/life balance, Enjoy a fun and diverse work environment, Free On-Site Parking, Free Uniforms, Point-earning employee reward program: redeem for prizes!

(LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse):

• Administer medications and treatments to assigned residents as ordered by physician and utilizing the five rights as applicable.

• Direct and monitor the personal care duties and nursing care procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants of the assigned team.

• Assist Nursing Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.

• Report to Unit Manager/Assistant Unit Manager or Charge Nurse Supervisor unusual symptoms, changes of condition, daily needs, and progress of residents.

• Follow the Plan of Care for each resident, and monitor the performance of Nursing Assistants in implementation of the care plan.

• Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and is responsible for all aspects of the storage and distribution of these medications; ensure proper and safe placement and use of medications stored in medication cart, stock medication cupboards, medication room refrigerator and narcotic cabinets.

• Document as applicable in the care plans, Nursing Notes, Medical Administration Records, Treatment Records and other required records.

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Skills/Competencies:

• Exceptional customer service skills
• Problem-solving skills
• Strong decision making ability
• Proficient computer skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication

(LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse):

• Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with a current state license required.

• LPN Training and work experience in a geriatric setting preferred.

• Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel required.

• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing required.

• Caring, respectful attitude towards residents required.

• Physical stamina for constant activity required.

• Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence required.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.