LPN
Jackson, Ohio
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician in a healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living facility.
Posted Sep 23 · New grads welcomed
- Unit and setting
- Wound-Care · Long Term Care
- License
- LPN license Licensure: Current and active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.current and active LPN license
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed
- License
- current and active LPN license Licensure: Current and active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Also asks
- completion of an accredited LPN or LVN program Education: Completion of an accredited LPN or LVN program.
- Also asks
- strong clinical and patient care skills Strong clinical and patient care skills.
- Also asks
- excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
- Also asks
- works well as part of a team with other healthcare professionals Ability to work well as part of a team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
- Also asks
- compassionate and patient-focused approach to care Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care.
- Also asks
- proficient in EMR systems and nursing documentation Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and nursing documentation.
Preferred
- Experience
- experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting Previous experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting is preferred but not required.
What it pays
- Loan repayment
- Offered
- Bonus
- referral bonus program
Benefits
- Benefitsmedical, dental and vision health benefitsHealth benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
- Benefits401k with company match401k with company match
- BenefitsEarly Pay via TapcheckEarly Pay via Tapcheck!
- Benefitsemployee perks and discount programEmployee Perks & Discount program
- BenefitsPTO, company holidays and floating holidaysPTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
- Benefitsreferral bonus programReferral Bonus Program
More benefits (15)
- Benefitsmentorship programsMentorship Programs
- Benefitsinternal upskilling growth opportunitiesInternal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities
- Benefitscontinued education loan repayment program powered by ClaspContinued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp
- Loan repayment program
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Referral program
- Health insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- PTO
- Company holidays and floating holidays
- Internal/upskilling growth opportunities
The role and schedule
- Floating
- Floats to other units
- Day to day
- basic nursing care, medications, wound care, personal hygiene Provide basic nursing care to residents, including administering medications, wound care, and assisting with personal hygiene.
- Day to day
- monitor vital signs and report abnormalities Monitor residents' vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, and pulse, and report any abnormalities to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Day to day
- assist with feeding, dressing, and mobility Assist with feeding, dressing, and mobility, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety.
- Day to day
- follow individualized care plans Follow individualized care plans and provide care according to residents’ needs and medical conditions.
- Day to day
- administer medications as prescribed Administer medications to residents as prescribed by physicians, ensuring accurate documentation and timely delivery.
- Day to day
- monitor for medication adverse reactions Monitor residents for adverse reactions to medications and report any concerns to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Day to day
- maintain medication and treatment records Maintain accurate records of medication administration and residents’ responses to treatments.
- Day to day
- maintain up-to-date patient care documentation Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation of patient care, including vital signs, treatments, and any changes in condition.
- Day to day
- report changes in resident progress or health status Report residents’ progress, concerns, or changes in health status to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Day to day
- documentation complies with facility policy and regulations Ensure that all documentation complies with facility policies and healthcare regulations.
- Day to day
- work closely with RNs, physicians, and other professionals Work closely with RNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure cohesive patient care and effective communication.
- Day to day
- communicate updates with residents and families Communicate with residents and their families, addressing concerns and providing updates on residents' health and treatment.
- Day to day
- participate in care conferences and team meetings Participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident care plans and outcomes.
- Day to day
- follow infection control protocols Follow infection control protocols and maintain a clean and safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
- Day to day
- use PPE and follow facility safety guidelines Use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately and ensure compliance with facility safety guidelines.
- Day to day
- report safety hazards Report any safety hazards or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
- Day to day
- advocate for resident needs and dignity Act as an advocate for residents, ensuring their needs are met and their dignity is respected.
- Day to day
- provide emotional support to residents and families Provide emotional support to residents and their families, offering comfort and reassurance when needed.
- Day to day
- promote a positive, compassionate environment Promote a positive and compassionate environment for all residents, fostering their physical and emotional well-being.
- Charting
- EMR systems
- Holidays
- company and floating holidays plus PTO
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
Original listing
Posted on Jackson Care Center’s careers page.
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The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician in a healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living facility. The LPN is responsible for monitoring patients’ health, administering basic nursing care, and ensuring that patients’ medical needs are met. This role is essential in promoting the health, comfort, and well-being of residents by delivering high-quality nursing care in a compassionate and professional manner.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care
Provide basic nursing care to residents, including administering medications, wound care, and assisting with personal hygiene. Monitor residents' vital signs, such as temperature, blood pressure, and pulse, and report any abnormalities to the supervising nurse or physician. Assist with feeding, dressing, and mobility, ensuring residents’ comfort and safety. Follow individualized care plans and provide care according to residents’ needs and medical conditions.
Medication Administration
Administer medications to residents as prescribed by physicians, ensuring accurate documentation and timely delivery. Monitor residents for adverse reactions to medications and report any concerns to the supervising nurse or physician. Maintain accurate records of medication administration and residents’ responses to treatments.
Documentation and Reporting
Maintain up-to-date and accurate documentation of patient care, including vital signs, treatments, and any changes in condition. Report residents’ progress, concerns, or changes in health status to the supervising nurse or physician. Ensure that all documentation complies with facility policies and healthcare regulations.
Collaboration and Communication
Work closely with RNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure cohesive patient care and effective communication. Communicate with residents and their families, addressing concerns and providing updates on residents' health and treatment. Participate in care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident care plans and outcomes.
Infection Control and Safety
Follow infection control protocols and maintain a clean and safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Use personal protective equipment (PPE) appropriately and ensure compliance with facility safety guidelines. Report any safety hazards or concerns to the appropriate personnel.
Resident Advocacy
Act as an advocate for residents, ensuring their needs are met and their dignity is respected. Provide emotional support to residents and their families, offering comfort and reassurance when needed. Promote a positive and compassionate environment for all residents, fostering their physical and emotional well-being.
Education
Completion of an accredited LPN or LVN program.
Licensure
Current and active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Experience
Previous experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting is preferred but not required. New graduates are welcome to apply.
Skills
Strong clinical and patient care skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to work well as part of a team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals. Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care. Proficient in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and nursing documentation.
People-Centered Rewards
Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision 401k with company match Early Pay via Tapcheck! Employee Perks & Discount program PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays Referral Bonus Program Mentorship Programs Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp
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What's around it?
Jackson, OHFrom Census ACS 2024.
Living costs about 7% below the US average
- Median rent
- $759/mo
- Household income
- $53,538/yr, all local households, not nurse pay