We are an assisted living facility looking for a reliable LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) to care for our residents in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of our Director of Nursing. LPN professionals must be first and foremost qualified and compassionate. The ideal candidate will be experienced in providing diverse basic care to those who need it while remaining patient and calm. It is a demanding job but also very rewarding.
Responsibilities
- Record a resident’s medical history accurately
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
- Observe residents under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
- Monitor residents’ conditions and compose patient charts
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
- Communicate with residents’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and ensure satisfaction in service delivery.
Skills
- Proven experience as LPN
- Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with caring for the elderly and dementia patients, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Excellent knowledge of medical terminology
- Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and able to handle stress
- Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $21.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
Physical Setting:
- Long term care
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Overtime
- Rotating weekends
Supplemental Pay:
- Overtime pay
COVID-19 considerations:
All staff must wear masks and complete COVID screening upon entry into the community.
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Rockledge, FL 32955: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- LPN (Required)
Work Location: One location
Source: Indeed.com
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