Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) working the Night Shift with Shift Differential at Lexington Manor. This vibrant role offers an exciting opportunity to provide exceptional resident care in a dynamic long-term care environment. As an LPN on the night shift, you will play a vital role in ensuring the comfort, safety, and well-being of our residents while utilizing your extensive nursing skills. Your expertise in critical care, medication administration, and patient assessment will contribute to a compassionate and efficient care setting. Embrace this chance to make a meaningful difference during overnight hours, supporting residents through attentive, personalized care.

Duties

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to residents during the night shift, including medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments, including physical examinations and evaluation of symptoms related to acute or chronic conditions.
• Manage complex care needs such as IV infusion therapy, catheterization, and pain management for residents with diverse health issues.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans aligned with long-term care regulations and best practices.
• Document all patient interactions accurately using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems, ensuring compliance with HIPAA and clinical confidentiality policies.
• Respond promptly to emergencies or changes in resident condition by utilizing skills in airway management, first aid, and triage protocols.
• Communicate effectively with residents’ families and caregivers to update on health status and coordinate ongoing care needs.

Experience

Candidates should possess prior experience working in various healthcare settings such as skilled nursing facilities. A strong background in geriatrics, dementia and Alzheimer’s care, or hospice services is highly desirable. Familiarity with PointClickCare is preferred for accurate medical documentation. Additional qualifications include:

• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or memory impairments.
• Proficiency in medication administration techniques including injections and IV insertions.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 coding for medical records and documentation purposes.
• Skills in patient assessment, vital signs measurement, specimen collection/processing, and infection control protocols.
• Ability to handle complex cases to identify changes in condition and respond timely.

Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to delivering top-tier senior care through energetic dedication and expert nursing practice!

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person