Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse/Charge Nurse Positions!

Days, Nights or Weekend Option!!

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We are looking for a reliable LPN to provide care for long term care residents in a professional and considerate manner. You will work under the supervision of the Director of Nursing Services and follow current Physician's orders. 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 patient’s medical history accurately
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
• Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
• Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
• Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.
• Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
• Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
• Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
• Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions

Skills

• Proven experience as LPN
• Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
• Familiarity with long term care, health, safety and sanitation standards and procedures
• Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
• Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
• Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
• Perfect physical condition and stamina
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and able to handle stress

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $49,921.92 - $60,322.32 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• 4x12
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekend availability

License/Certification:

• Missouri LPN (Required)

Work Location: In person

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