Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Part-time Evenings- Smithfield

Smithfield, Virginia Hiring Range $28.90 - $39.78/Hourly
Actual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs

Overview Works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, Nurse Manager or Nursing Supervisor, and ultimately responsible to the Director of Nursing or Assistant Director of Nursing and Director of Quality Care Management

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) monitors the resident, participates in the planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing care Provides for the emotional, physical comfort and safety of the residents and their families

Assists in supervision of auxiliary personnel.

What you will do

Medications and treatments are administered accurately and according to providers orders Allows resident choices within limits of capability considering safety /dignity issues and follows policies and procedures of facility to include resident privacy and dignity

Assigns duties to non-professional staff such as CNAs according to education, training, policy and resident need in order to assure quality resident care is delivered

Engages team members for optimal performance and addresses performance as needed Participates in administering medications, treatments, monitoring and observation of resident care

Identifies changes in condition with proper documentation according to standards of nursing practice Demonstrates consistent follow through to promote positive resident outcomes

Utilizes good judgment and specialized skills.

Qualifications

Experience Less than 1 year Nursing experience (Preferred) Licenses and Certifications Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP) Upon Hire(Required) CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) within 30 Days(Required) To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers .