Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team at Burlington Health & Rehabilitation Center in Burlington, Vermont. As an LPN, you will provide direct nursing care to our residents, supervising the day-to-day nursing activities performed by certified nursing assistants in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines. If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and supporting our residents' needs, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Responsibilities:
Directs the daily activities of certified nursing assistants in accordance with current regulations and guidelines
Ensures that policies and procedures are complied with by nursing personnel assigned
Participates in the admission, discharge, and transfers of residents as required
Observes for changes in residents' status, notifying the physician and resident's family or representative, and documenting accordingly
Transcribes physician orders to medical records and carries out orders as written
Prepares and administers medications as per physicians' orders and observes for adverse effects
Performs wound treatments as per physicians' orders, observes for changes, and documents accordingly
Schedules follow-up appointments for residents and transportation needs as indicated
Provides nursing leadership to nursing personnel assigned to the unit
Provides direct care skills such as colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, IV administration, etc. in accordance with current policies and procedures
Performs rounds to ensure resident needs are being met and personnel are performing their assigned duties
Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team as needed to ensure residents' needs are holistically met
Informs appropriate departments of concerns or complaints and files grievances as necessary
Reports any incidents or unusual occurrences to the supervisor, unit manager, assistant director, or director of nursing and participates in the investigative process as needed
Participates in end-of-life care as required
Ensures that there is adequate stock of medications, supplies, equipment, and notifies appropriate personnel of needs
Initiates, reviews, and updates care plans as required
Promotes teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication
Participates in the survey process when inspection surveys arise
Required Qualifications:
A Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university or a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program
Prior experience in long-term care preferred but not required
Current unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the practicing state
Current CPR certification
Benefits Package for LPN:
Competitive wages
Shift Differentials
Sign-on Bonus
6 Paid Holidays
Free Employee Education
Complimentary Employee Meals
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long & Short-term Disability Insurance
Accrued paid time off – Full-Time Employees
401K
How to Apply:
If you are a compassionate and dedicated healthcare professional interested in making a difference in the lives of our residents, please apply for this rewarding opportunity. We look forward to hearing from you!
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