Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Landmark of Bardstown

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

WE ARE URGENTLY HIRING

NEW Non-Benefit Wages!

Sign on Bonus for Night Shift

Landmark of Bardstown is seeking a nurse who is dedicated to caring for our residents!  We have a great opportunity here for you to grow in your clinical and leadership skills.  Visit today and see why Landmark of Bardstown is the right fit for you!

Benefits:

New Wage Scale

12 or 8 hour shifts available

$3 Shift differential for 2^nd and 3^rd shift (3p-7a)

$3 Shift differential for Weekend Option Program

Overtime and Extra Shift Bonuses

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Holiday and Birthday Pay)

PTO Cash Out Option

Payactiv (Get paid next day)

Attendance Bonus (Paid Every Pay Period)

Flexible Scheduling (Full-Time, Part-Time or PRN)

Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision and More)

401K

Wonderful Team to Work With!

Tuition Reimbursement

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Role Responsibilities – Charting and Documentation:

Completes and files required record keeping forms/charts upon the resident's admission, transfer, and/or discharge

Encourages attending physicians to review treatment plans, record and sign their orders, progress notes, etc., in accordance with established policies

Receives telephone orders from physicians and record on the Physicians' Order Form

Transcribes physician's orders to resident charts, cardex, and medication cards, treatment/care plans, as required

Charts nurses' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident, as well as the resident's response to the care

Charts all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents. Follow established procedures

Records new/changed diet orders and forwards information to the Dietary Department

Reports all discrepancies noted concerning physician's orders, diet change, charting error, etc., to the Nurse Supervisor

Fills out and completes transfer forms in accordance with established procedures

Ensures that appropriate documentation concerning unauthorized discharges is entered in the resident's medical record in accordance with established procedures

Performs routine charting duties as required and in accordance with established charting and documentation policies and procedures

Signs and dates all entries made in the resident's medical record

Role Responsibilities – Drug Administration:

Prepares and administers medications as ordered by the physician

Verifies the identity of the resident before administering the medication/treatment

Ensures that prescribed medication for one resident is not administered to another

Ensures that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents and reports needs to the Nurse Supervisor

Orders prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment as necessary, and in accordance with established policies

Ensures that narcotic records are accurate for your shift

Notifies the Nurse Supervisor of all drug and narcotic discrepancies noted on your shift

Reviews medication cards for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of the physician's order, and adherence to stop order policies

Notifies the attending physician of automatic stop orders prior to the last dosage being administered

Disposes of drugs and narcotics as required, and in accordance with established procedures

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN program

Participation in continuing education classes, workshops, and seminars affiliated with outside nursing organizations desirable

Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state

Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions

5. Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English

Must be able to handle stressful situations and be flexible and adaptable

Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care

Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel

Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care

Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents

Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices

Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, our company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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