LPN FT NOC & PT Day Shift

Estherville Community Care Center is looking for an LPN FT NOC & PT Day shift

**$4,000 Sign On Bonus**

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing direct nursing care to residents in accordance with established nursing standards, facility policies and procedures, physician orders, and applicable federal and state regulations. The LPN assists in maintaining the physical, emotional, and psychosocial well-being of residents while promoting dignity, independence, comfort, and quality of life.

The LPN supervises and directs nursing personnel as appropriate, coordinates resident care, administers medications and treatments, monitors resident conditions, and communicates changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare professionals, residents, and families.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Nursing Care and Resident Services

• Provide direct nursing care to residents according to individualized care plans.

• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility policies.

• Monitor residents for changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions.

• Assess, document, and report changes in resident conditions promptly.

• Perform nursing procedures within the scope of LPN licensure and facility policy.

• Monitor vital signs, weights, blood glucose levels, and other clinical measurements as ordered.

• Provide wound care, dressing changes, catheter care, and other treatments as assigned.

• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers.

• Ensure residents receive appropriate care, comfort, and assistance with daily living activities.

• Promote resident rights, privacy, dignity, and confidentiality.

• Follow infection prevention and control procedures.

• Respond promptly to resident call lights, emergencies, and requests for assistance.

Medication Administration and Documentation

• Administer medications safely and accurately according to the medication administration record (MAR).

• Monitor residents for medication effectiveness, adverse reactions, and side effects.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in resident medical records.

• Complete medication and treatment documentation as required.

• Report medication errors, adverse reactions, and medication concerns according to facility policy.

• Communicate with physicians, pharmacies, and other healthcare professionals regarding medication and treatment concerns.

Supervision and Leadership

• Provide direction and oversight to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and other assigned nursing personnel.

• Assign and delegate duties appropriately based on staff qualifications, competency, and applicable regulations.

• Monitor staff performance and provide guidance when necessary.

• Ensure assigned resident care duties are completed appropriately.

• Promote teamwork, professionalism, and effective communication among nursing staff.

• Report staffing concerns, resident care issues, and policy violations to the appropriate supervisor.

Communication and Care Coordination

• Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.

• Notify the physician and appropriate supervisor of significant changes in resident condition.

• Participate in resident care conferences and interdisciplinary meetings as assigned.

• Assist with developing, implementing, and updating resident care plans.

• Provide accurate shift-to-shift reports and communicate pertinent resident information.

• Assist with coordinating outside appointments, diagnostic testing, and other healthcare services.

Safety and Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain compliance with facility policies, procedures, and applicable federal and state regulations.

• Follow OSHA, infection control, and workplace safety requirements.

• Maintain accurate incident and accident documentation.

• Report suspected abuse, neglect, exploitation, and misappropriation of resident property immediately according to facility policy and applicable law.

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized resident care environment.

• Participate in required in-service education, training, and staff meetings.

• Assist with emergency procedures and disaster preparedness activities.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must possess a current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Iowa or the state in which the facility operates.

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.

• Current CPR certification as required by facility policy.

• Previous long-term care or skilled nursing facility experience preferred.

• Knowledge of nursing practices, medication administration, infection control, and resident care standards.

• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to changes in resident conditions.

• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare professionals.

• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team.

• Must demonstrate professionalism, compassion, patience, dependability, and good judgment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during a scheduled shift.

• Ability to assist with resident transfers, repositioning, and mobility.

• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry items as required for resident care, with appropriate assistance and equipment.

• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and perform repetitive movements.

• Ability to respond quickly to resident care needs and emergency situations.

• Must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.