We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team providing quality care to geriatric patients on the night shift. This role offers the opportunity to deliver comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced environment while supporting elderly residents and their families.
Schedule
Responsibilities
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a physician
- Monitor vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, and pulse rate
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs)
- Provide emotional support to patients and families
- Educate patients and families about health care maintenance
- Observe and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse
- Assist with geriatric care needs
Required Qualifications
- Active state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- No findings in the registry concerning abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and make quick decisions
- Ability to foster good resident and family relationships
- Ability to effectively collaborate within a team environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a long-term or assisted living facility