Licensed Practical Nurse

2 weeks ago


Paola KS United States Physicians Dialysis Full time
Job Summary:

As an LPN, you play a direct role in saving the lives of our clients each day by serving our residents in a safe environment promoting long term recovery. All nurses participate in treatment team meetings and develop plans of care, administer medications and monitor effectiveness; other duties as assigned. Supervisory skills, common sense and a compassionate spirit are essential personality characteristics.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Record a patient's medical history accurately
• Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
• Prepare and administers urinalysis (drug test) collections and facilitates their collection from the lab.
• Observe, detect, and monitor symptoms of withdrawal, providing client reassurance and support, ensuring appropriate follow-up and documentation in client files and Shift Report. This will include observation for physiological withdrawal symptoms.
• Assist the RN in triage of screening clients
• Communicate the medical needs of clients to the Director of Nursing
• Facilitate smooth flow of client/staff activity
• Participate in the intake process of presenting clients, and make admission determination with RN's direction
• Willingness to approach and participate in all aspects of client care with appropriate staff
• Perform routine rounds on all clients with timely interventions
• Follow nursing standards for client documentation, medications and usage, and assessment
• Actively participate in orientation, in-services, and continuing education
• Conduct client education to promote, motivate and encourage an ongoing recovery program or process
• Performs related work as assigned.

Competencies:

The work consists of the practical application of a variety of healthcare concepts, practices and specialized techniques relating to nursing management. Assignments typically involve evaluation and interpretation of factors, conditions, or unusual circumstances, inspecting, obtaining urine specimen, Suicide Risk & Prevention or evaluating compliance with established standards or criteria.

Personal Protective Equipment:

Follow Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

Required License(s)/Certification(s):
• Licensed Practical Nurse credentialed from the State Board of Nursing in State in which site is located or licensed in a compact licensure state provides a multistate license that allows nurses to practice with patients across state lines.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 month (30 days) of hire date

Education/Experience/Qualification:
• Degree from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.
• One year experience of professional work as an LPN is desirable
• Familiarity with substance use, treatment modalities and detoxification protocols.
• Knowledge of chemically addicted, dual diagnosed (substance abuse/mental health) or psychiatrically ill clients with co-morbidity.
• Maintain continuing education requirements as required by licensing board

#zr

  • Paola, United States Physicians Dialysis Full time

    Job Summary:As an LPN, you play a direct role in saving the lives of our clients each day by serving our residents in a safe environment promoting long term recovery. All nurses participate in treatment team meetings and develop plans of care, administer medications and monitor effectiveness; other duties as assigned. Supervisory skills, common sense and a...


  • Paola, United States Physicians Dialysis Full time

    Job Summary: As an LPN, you play a direct role in saving the lives of our clients each day by serving our residents in a safe environment promoting long term recovery. All nurses participate in treatment team meetings and develop plans of care, administer medications and monitor effectiveness; other duties as assigned. Supervisory skills, common sense and a...


  • Paola, United States Arista Recovery Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Summary:As an LPN, you play a direct role in saving the lives of our clients each day by serving our residents in a safe environment promoting long term recovery. All nurses participate in treatment team meetings and develop plans of care, administer medications and monitor effectiveness; other duties as assigned....


  • Paola, United States Arista Recovery Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Summary:As an LPN, you play a direct role in saving the lives of our clients each day by serving our residents in a safe environment promoting long term recovery. All nurses participate in treatment team meetings and develop plans of care, administer medications and monitor effectiveness; other duties as assigned....


  • Paola, United States The University of Kansas Health System Full time

    Position TitleLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRNVaries - PRNOlathe Health Family Medicine Paola 1318 Kansas Dr.Position Summary / Career Interest:The ambulatory clinic licensed practical nurse (LPN) utilizes the nursing process to coordinate an interdisciplinary approach to patient care. The LPN is responsible for promoting and restoring patient's health by...


  • Clinton, TN, United States Critical Nurse Staffing Full time

    Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN Private Duty CaregiverFull-Time & Part-Time Hours AvailablePay Rate: $30.00 per hour; Benefits at 30+ hrs/week Sign On Bonus: $1,500 (Full-Time Day Shift), $3,000 (Full-Time Night Shift)Day Shift & Night Shift available immediately, 12-hour shiftsCome work for CNS Cares and make a difference! As a direct care professional in...


  • Oliver Springs, TN, United States Critical Nurse Staffing Full time

    Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN Private Duty CaregiverFull-Time & Part-Time Hours Available$30.00+ per hour (depending on experience & availability); Benefits at 30+ hrs/week$1,500 - $3,000 Sign-on Bonus (Full-Time)Day Shift & Night Shift available immediately, 12-hour shiftsCome work for CNS Cares and make a difference! As a direct care professional in home...


  • Santa Fe, NM, United States Critical Nurse Staffing Full time

    Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN Part-Time/Full-Time - 12 hour shifts,$20.00 per hour - Private duty caregiver, Benefits at 30+ hrs/weekCome work for Critical Nurse Staffing, LLC. (CNS) and make a difference! As a direct care professional in home healthcare, you will get the opportunity to provide compassionate care to individuals in their home and give back...


  • Abilene, KS, United States Salina Regional Health Center Full time

    POSITION SUMMARYPosition Summary:Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides safe, efficient patient care to assigned patients and in accordance to professional standards, state regulations, and in keeping with the health center mission.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSMinimum EducationGraduate of an accredited school of...


  • Oak Ridge, TN, United States Critical Nurse Staffing Full time

    Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN Private Duty CaregiverFull-Time & Part-Time Hours AvailableBenefits at 30+ hrs/weekPay Rate: $30.00 per hour Sign On Bonus: $1,500 (Full-Time Day Shift), $3,000 (Full-Time Night Shift)Day Shift and Night Shift, Full-Time or Part-Time available immediately!Come work for CNS Cares and make a difference! As a direct care...


  • Dodge City, KS, United States Compunnel Full time

    DescriptionThe Licensed Practical Nurse will perform routine occupational health care activities, including health and wellness training and education, employee health services and compliance.We seek a professional who is licensed to practice in your state of employment or equivalent in other geographiesHelp develop, formulate and implement plans of care...


  • Minneapolis, MN, United States Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Full time

    *_SUMMARY_* We are currently seeking a *LPN* to join our Jail Health Services team. This position is part-time with benefits, 56 hours per pay period, evening shift, and every other weekend. With the context of the Hennepin County Medical Center Relationship-Based Care Practice Model, under the direction of providers and/or the registered nurse, the...


  • Leavenworth, KS, United States Mission Regional Medical center Full time

    Overview As those first private hospital in Kansas, Saint John Hospital has an unparalleled tradition of life-saving medical care, this local, full-service hospital located in Leavenworth, Kansas. Saint John provides innovative health care, with quality physicians, and compassionate staff that provide 24/7 emergency Care, Outpatient Surgical Services,...


  • Kansas City, KS, United States NCG Associates Full time

    NCG Associates, a renowned healthcare staffing agency, is currently seeking a highly skilled and motivated Travel Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. As a Travel LPN at NCG Associates, you will have the exciting opportunity to travel and work in a variety of healthcare settings across the nation while providing exceptional patient...


  • Abilene, KS, United States Salina Regional Health Center Full time

    POSITION SUMMARYPosition Summary:Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides safe, efficient patient care to assigned patients. Performs as a positive member of the healthcare team.POSITION QUALIFICATIONSMinimum EducationGraduate of an accredited school of nursing/licensed practical nursing programMinimum...


  • Ellsworth, KS, United States Good Samaritan Society Full time

    **Careers With Purpose** **Join our not-for-profit organization that has provided over 100 years of housing and services to seniors with a commitment to quality care and service in a Christian environment.** **Facility:** GSS KS Ellsworth **Location:** Ellsworth, KS **Address:** Ellsworth, KS 67439, USA **Shift:** 12 Hours - Varied Shifts ...


  • Fruita, CO, United States Critical Nurse Staffing Full time

    Job Type Part-timeDescriptionLicensed Practical Nurse - LPN Home HealthPart Time: EO Sunday Night Open$30 per hour - Private duty caregiver*$2000 Sign On Bonus after 200 hours*Come work for Critical Nurse Staffing, LLC. (CNS) and make a difference! As a direct care professional in home healthcare, you will get the opportunity to provide compassionate care to...


  • Prairie Village, KS, United States NCG Associates Full time

    NCG Associates, a highly respected healthcare staffing agency, is seeking a talented and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a specialization in geriatrics to join our team. As an LPN specializing in geriatrics at NCG Associates, you will have the opportunity to provide exceptional care and support to elderly patients in various healthcare...


  • Wichita, KS, United States MAS Medical Staffing Full time

    Seeking a(n) Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) professional with Licensed Practical Nurse (Telemetry) experience for a 12 week contract in the Wichita KS area. MAS Medical Staffing offers rewarding travel opportunities to healthcare professionals throug Practical Nurse, Licensed, Telemetry, Travel, Nurse, Healthcare, Staffing


  • Wichita, KS, United States Kroger Full time

    Under the day to day direction of the on-duty Nurse Practitioner/ Physician Assistant, position is responsible for maximize patient flow through the clinic while providing an excellent patient experience. Responsible for performing all the appropriat Practical Nurse, Licensed, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse, Grocery, Healthcare