Licensed Practical Nurse -LPN-Mason Pointe-Ft-Day/Evening

EverTrue is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care at Mason Pointe on a day/evening schedule. In this role, you will deliver direct patient care to residents in a long-term care setting, working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans that address residents' physical, psychosocial, and functional needs.

Responsibilities

• Practice nursing care within the scope of LPN licensure and in accordance with state Nurse Practice Act and EverTrue clinical and administrative policies
• Work collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized plans of care for each resident
• Pass medications and oversee the medication ordering and administration process; administer medications and treatments to residents
• Monitor administration of IV fluids, supplemental nourishments, and medications when ordered
• Initiate IV therapy if IV-certified
• Maintain working knowledge of observation, assessment, and documentation processes for the LPN level of licensure, including care and service plans and MDS as applicable
• Utilize the electronic medical record to capture full clinical documentation in accordance with policy and procedures
• Observe resident status to assure quality care; coordinate with other resident services to ensure continuity of care
• Document medical information and maintain detailed, timely, and accurate reports
• Maintain a safe, comfortable, and functional environment by assessing potential hazards and implementing safety practices
• Oversee and direct certified staff and others as assigned to ensure EverTrue standards of care and services
• Report and support investigative protocols related to staff or resident incidents and/or accidents in accordance with state and federal regulations
• Promote individual and team learning and provide teaching and role modeling of professional nursing practices to staff

Required Qualifications

• Active LPN license in state of practice
• Current CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized training or experience in gerontological nursing

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

The position requires the ability to lift 30 pounds and push/pull 50 pounds. You will be regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. You will frequently be required to sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. You may occasionally be required to climb or balance. Speech clarity, speech recognition, written expression, and sensory abilities are required.

The work environment includes a well-lighted and ventilated area with temperature control. You may be subject to emotionally upset residents or family members, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. You may be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions including AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions. You must be willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed.

Schedule and Shifts

Day/evening shifts. Shift differentials are eligible: $2.00/hour for evenings, $1.50/hour for nights, and $1.50/hour for weekends (in IL and MO; may vary in other states).

Compensation and Benefits

Pay grade 12: $23.55/hour to $37.75/hour.

All employees receive: Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO sell-back, retirement savings benefits with employer match contribution, education financial assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness benefits, pay advances (PayActiv), caregiver support (TCARE), leaves of absence, special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and commuter support.

Part-time employees receive additional benefits: extended sick pay, bereavement pay, and jury duty pay.

Full-time or weekend option employees receive additional benefits: medical/pharmacy, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care), life insurance, disability (long-term and short-term), Voya income protection benefits (hospital, critical illness, and accident), and pet insurance.