Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays a critical role in organizing and delivering nursing care for residents. This includes responsibilities such as administering medications, providing wound care, and conducting health evaluations. The LPN also ensures compliance with physician orders, supervises nursing aides, and maintains precise documentation of residents’ health status and treatments.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate nursing care for residents, ensuring appropriate treatment and support.
- Administer medications and provide wound care as necessary.
- Conduct regular health assessments to monitor resident well-being.
- Manage and implement physician orders accurately.
- Oversee the work of nursing aides to ensure quality care.
- Ensure thorough and accurate documentation of resident care and treatment plans.
Qualifications
- Possess a valid state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Current certification in CPR is required.
- A minimum of two years of experience in a long-term care environment is preferred.
- Basic computer skills are necessary for documentation and communication.
Stonebridge Owensville provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
