Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) New Rates!
Location: Fox Valley
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
Overview: $2,000 sign-on bonus for Full-Time $1,000 sign-on
bonus for Part-Time Position Summary In this role, you will be
responsible for providing direct nursing care for residents as well
as general consultation regarding health-related concerns within
the community. Essential Functions, Key Duties, & Responsibilities
Direct the daily activities of the certified nursing assistants and
resident care associates in accordance with current federal, state
and local regulations and established company policies and
procedures. Follow the nursing model to promote holistic care for
the residents. Ensure that policies and procedures are complied
with by nursing personnel assigned. Participate in the admission,
discharge and transfers of residents as required. Assess for
changes in residents’ status, notifying the physician and
resident’s family or representative and documenting accordingly.
Transcribe physician orders to medical record and carry out orders
as written. Prepare and administer medications as per physicians’
orders and observe for adverse effects as indicated. Perform wound
treatments per physicians’ orders, observe for changes and
documents accordingly as indicated. Schedule follow up appointments
for residents and transportation needs as indicated. Provide
nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit.
Provide direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube
feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in
accordance with current policies and procedures. Perform rounds to
ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing
their assigned duties. Collaborate with other members of the
interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents’ needs are
holistically met. Report any incidents or unusual occurrences to
the community’s leadership team. Ensure that there is adequate
stock of medications, supplies, equipment and notify appropriate
personnel of needs. Initiate, review and update care plans as
required. Participate in the survey process when inspection surveys
arise. May participate in QAPI activities as needed or assigned.
Ensure that infection control principles are followed and help
correct deficiencies in practice as noted. Perform other duties as
assigned. Comply with all policies and procedures and any updates.
Position Requirements Education : A nursing degree from an
accredited college or university Licenses/Certifications: Current
unrestricted license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in
practicing state Experience : 1 years of Nursing experience
preferred Skills & Abilities: Ability to demonstrate compassion
when working with residents. LivingJoyfully Min: USD $35.00/Hr.
Max: USD $38.00/Hr.
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