LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
1 month ago
Welcome We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position.
Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse that does not require the substantial specialized skill, judgment and knowledge required of professional nursing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:
1. Current unencumbered licensure with the WV Board of Practical Nursing, or appropriate state board where services
will be provided, as a practical nurse OR current multi-state licensure through the enhanced Nurse Licensure
Compact (eNLC).
2. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.
CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Provides direct patient care, as outlined in the patient's plan of care and/or as directed by the Registered Nurse, to promote comfort and/or return to functional health for the patient.
2. Provides direct patient care to all assigned patients to promote comfort & hygiene according to a timely manner.
3. Performs designated therapeutic procedures to assigned patients as needed.
4. Accurately observes, records and reports to the Registered Nurse, all patient concerns, symptoms, reactions and progress in a timely manner.
5. Assists physicians and the Registered Nurse with examinations and procedures, as assigned.
6. Utilizes available supplies in a cost-effective manner to help contain patient costs.
7. Contributes to the nursing assessment by collecting, reporting and recording objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner.
8. Observes the condition or change in condition of the patient, records signs and symptoms of deviation from normal health status and reports findings to the Registered Nurse.
9. Participates in the development of the patient's plan of care by providing data, contributing to the identification of priorities and assisting in the identification of measures to maintain comfort and support human functions and responses.
10. Assists in assigned patient and family education and rehabilitation by reviewing patient needs with the Registered Nurse and following the teaching plan.
11. Documents nursing interventions and responses to care, communicating to appropriate members of the health care team.
12. Provides patient care within a designated shift, based on the nursing process and within role/scope of practice.
13. Uses standards of care and standards of practice to guide care delivery.
14. Accurately and safely administers intramuscular, subcutaneous, IV and oral medications as assigned.
15. Accepts accountability for care provided by self and health care providers to whom care is delegated.
16. Consults with the Registered Nurse to seek guidance in delivery of nursing care, as necessary.
17. Obtains instruction and supervision as necessary from the Registered Nurse when implementing nursing technique or practices.
18. Performs routine phlebotomy services: including straight sticks, line draws, blood culture collection, and discontinuation of IV catheters.
19. Performs assigned tests such as glucose, urine, and stool testing, and maintains quality control testing and logs according to departmental policy.
20. Assists with basic rehab/PT activities including ambulation and active/passive range of motion.
21. Provide total care within scope of practice when assigned sitter or constant visual responsibilities.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Heavy/Hard work: Work requires strength and/or stamina, lifting, moving, stooping, reaching, positioning of patients, standing, walking, carrying or patients, materials and equipment weighing 40+ lbs.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
SKILLS & ABILITIES:
1. Working closely with others
2. Protracted or irregular hours
3. Working around biohazards
4. Working around infectious diseases
5. Working with or near the deceased
6. Working with hands in water
7. Electrical hazards associated with patient care equipment
Additional Job Description:
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
36
Shift:
Night (United States of America)
Exempt/Non-Exempt:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Company:
WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals
Cost Center:
1350 WVUH FMT Nursing Skilled Nursing
Address:
1325 Locust Avenue
Fairmont
West Virginia
We have other current jobs related to this field that you can find below
-
ADON Unit Manager
2 weeks ago
Oklahoma City, OK, United States Fairmont Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full timeWe are currently seeking a new Unit Manager who makes having an in-depth relationship with your residents and their family members, while also having great rapport with staff their top priority. The Unit Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing day to day patient care, supervising, directing and developing nurse staff and reporting to the Director of...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
1 month ago
Fairmont, United States West Virginia University Health System Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under the...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
1 month ago
Fairmont, United States West Virginia University Health System Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under the...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
1 month ago
Fairmont, United States West Virginia University Health System Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. * Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
6 days ago
Fairmont, United States West Virginia University Health System Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. * Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
3 weeks ago
Fairmont, United States West Virginia University Health System Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under the...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
2 weeks ago
Fairmont, United States West Virginia University Health System Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under the...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
1 month ago
Fairmont, United States WVU Medicine Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under the...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
3 weeks ago
Fairmont, United States WVU Medicine Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under the...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
3 weeks ago
Fairmont, United States WVU Medicine Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under the...
-
LPN- Skilled Nursing Unit
6 days ago
Fairmont, United States WVU Medicine Full timeWelcome! We're excited you're considering an opportunity with us! To apply to this position and be considered, click the Apply button located above this message and complete the application in full. Below, you'll find other important information about this position. Provides patient care based on the principles and practices of Practical Nursing, under the...
-
ADON Unit Manager
2 weeks ago
Tahlequah, OK, United States University Park Skilled Nursing & Therapy Memory C Full timeWe are currently offering a $2,000 sign on bonus.Ask hiring manager for details.We are currently seeking a new ADON Unit Manager who makes having an in-depth relationship with your residents and their family members, while also having great rapport with staff their top priority. The ADON Unit Manager is primarily responsible for overseeing day to day patient...
-
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 weeks ago
Woodward, OK, United States Woodward Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full timeThis position is located in Woodward, OK$2,500 sign on bonusLicensed Practical Nurses are often looked at as the backbone of a strong clinical culture. We are THE place where you can fit in and stand out on day one. The LPN will help fulfill the care requirements of their patients and will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost in competent care...
-
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 weeks ago
Woodward, OK, United States Woodward Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full timeThis position is located in Woodward, OK$2,500 sign on bonusLicensed Practical Nurses are often looked at as the backbone of a strong clinical culture. We are THE place where you can fit in and stand out on day one. The LPN will help fulfill the care requirements of their patients and will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost in competent care...
-
Licensed Nurse
3 weeks ago
Jenks, OK, United States Grace Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full timeAs a nurse, you are the backbone of a strong clinical culture. We are THE place where you can fit in and stand out on day one. The Licensed Nurse (RN or LPN) will help fulfill the care requirements of their patients and will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost in competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all...
-
Licensed Nurse
3 weeks ago
Jenks, OK, United States Grace Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full timeAs a nurse, you are the backbone of a strong clinical culture. We are THE place where you can fit in and stand out on day one. The Licensed Nurse (RN or LPN) will help fulfill the care requirements of their patients and will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost in competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all...
-
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 weeks ago
Okmulgee, OK, United States Woodlands Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full timeWe are offering a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! Ask hiring manager for details!Now hiring for the following shift:11pm-7amWeekend double3pm-7amLicensed Practical Nurses are often looked at as the backbone of a strong clinical culture. We are THE place where you can fit in and stand out on day one. The LPN will help fulfill the care requirements of their patients and...
-
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 weeks ago
Okmulgee, OK, United States Woodlands Skilled Nursing & Therapy Full timeWe are offering a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus! Ask hiring manager for details!Now hiring for the following shift:11pm-7amWeekend double3pm-7amLicensed Practical Nurses are often looked at as the backbone of a strong clinical culture. We are THE place where you can fit in and stand out on day one. The LPN will help fulfill the care requirements of their patients and...
-
Licensed Practical Nurse
4 weeks ago
Fairmont, United States Guardian Elder Care Full timeGHS (Guardian Healthcare Staffing), is currently hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for PRN/casual Employment in the Fairmont, WV area. GHS provides temporary nurse staffing services to our partner skilled nursing facilities in the surrounding area. GHS believes that employees are a company's greatest asset. Staying true to our core belief, employees...
-
Licensed Practical Nurse
3 weeks ago
Fairmont, United States Guardian Elder Care Full timeGHS (Guardian Healthcare Staffing), is currently hiring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) for PRN/casual Employment in the Fairmont, WV area. GHS provides temporary nurse staffing services to our partner skilled nursing facilities in the surrounding area. GHS believes that employees are a company's greatest asset. Staying true to our core belief, employees...
