Licensed Practical Nurse

Burlington, Vermont

Birchwood Terrace Rehabilitation and Healthcare
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NEW- WE ARE NOW OFFERING A $10,000 ANNUAL RETENTION BONUS ON TOP OF A $8,000 SIGN ON-BONUS and $20,000 in TUITION REIMBURSEMENT

Summary:

The LPN Nurse works the night shift on a designated nursing unit and assures smooth operations of the unit under the direction of supervision of a Registered Nurse. Scope of work may be modified by State specific rules under the Nurse Practice Act.

Education:

Graduate of accredited LPN School Nursing.

Licenses/Certification:

Current valid LPN license in the state employed.

Valid CPR certification

Experience:

At least one (1) year nursing experience preferred.

Evidence of continuing education or special preparation or experience in gerontological nursing and/or long-term care nursing desirable.

Essential Functions:

  • Documents the resident's condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents promptly to RN.
  • Provides oncoming shift and supervisors with accurate and complete resident status report.
  • Receives and record physicians' orders.
  • Coordinates, directs and evaluates staff (i.e., Medication Aides/Medication Techs, Nurse Aides, etc.) as directed.
  • Assures compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Reports problems and complaints timely to the Nurse Manager.
  • Provides feedback to Nurse Managers regarding performance of Nurse Aides.
  • Coordinates nursing assignment, which includes directing assigned nursing staff to the extent permitted by state practice act.
Date Posted: 10 May 2024
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