Delivers nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.
Posted Oct 5
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Long Term Care Delivers nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.residents in a long-term care setting
License
LPN or LVN license Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the state of practice: RequiredLPN or LVN licensure in the state of practice
Term
Local Contract
Do you qualify?
License
LPN or LVN licensure in the state of practiceLicensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the state of practice: Required
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) certificationBasic Life Support (BLS) certification: Required
Also asks
Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing programGraduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program: Required
Preferred
Experience
Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing settingPrior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting: Preferred
Administer medications and treatments per physician orders and facility policyAdminister medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility policy.
Day to day
Perform resident assessments and monitor for changes in statusPerform resident assessments and monitor for changes in physical, cognitive or behavioral status.
Day to day
Supervise and delegate to Certified Nursing Assistants on the assigned unitSupervise and delegate appropriately to Certified Nursing Assistants on the assigned unit.
Day to day
Complete accurate and timely documentation in the resident record and medication administration recordComplete accurate and timely documentation in the resident record and medication administration record.
Day to day
Communicate changes in resident condition to the Registered Nurse, physician and family as appropriateCommunicate changes in resident condition to the Registered Nurse, physician and family as appropriate.
Day to day
Follow infection control, safety and regulatory requirementsFollow infection control, safety and regulatory requirements governing long-term care practice.
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Licensed Practical Nurse - Long Term Care
Delivers nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician. Administers medications and treatments, monitors resident status, and supervises the work of Certified Nursing Assistants. Maintains accurate clinical documentation and communicates changes in resident condition to the care team.
Education & Experience
Graduate of an accredited practical or vocational nursing program: Required
Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting: Preferred
Licenses & Certifications
Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the state of practice: Required
Basic Life Support (BLS)
certification
Required
Key Responsibilities
Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility policy.
Perform resident assessments and monitor for changes in physical, cognitive or behavioral status.
Supervise and delegate appropriately to Certified Nursing Assistants on the assigned unit.
Complete accurate and timely documentation in the resident record and medication administration record.
Communicate changes in resident condition to the Registered Nurse, physician and family as appropriate.
Follow infection control, safety and regulatory requirements governing long-term care practice.
Neighborhoods+Tomahawk features a compact, sparse suburban layout where most residents settle in established residential pockets near the town center or in adjacent rural subdivisions like Bradley along Nighthawk Ridge. Housing in town centers around quiet streets such as East Park Avenue, offering quick access to downtown services and community gathering spots. Outlying parcels and waterfront settings along the river and flowages offer more secluded, wooded acreage for those seeking space outside the urban core.
Tomahawk features a compact, sparse suburban layout where most residents settle in established residential pockets near the town center or in adjacent rural subdivisions like Bradley along Nighthawk Ridge. Housing in town centers around quiet streets such as East Park Avenue, offering quick access to downtown services and community gathering spots.
Outlying parcels and waterfront settings along the river and flowages offer more secluded, wooded acreage for those seeking space outside the urban core.
Getting around+Navigating Tomahawk is heavily car-dependent, with public transit serving only select local needs and walking or biking largely reserved for leisure. Typical local commutes average around seventeen minutes with minimal traffic congestion, though winter driving demands preparation for snow and ice. Healthcare workers traveling to larger regional medical centers or major commercial corridors frequently utilize regional highways connecting north to Rhinelander and south toward Merrill and Wausau.
Navigating Tomahawk is heavily car-dependent, with public transit serving only select local needs and walking or biking largely reserved for leisure. Typical local commutes average around seventeen minutes with minimal traffic congestion, though winter driving demands preparation for snow and ice.
Healthcare workers traveling to larger regional medical centers or major commercial corridors frequently utilize regional highways connecting north to Rhinelander and south toward Merrill and Wausau.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation centers on expansive waterways, including Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, and the Wisconsin River, providing exceptional boating, paddling, and fishing for musky, walleye, and bass. Bradley Park offers a wooded loop drive and walking paths right by the water, while the Bearskin State Trail and Hiawatha Trail cater to year-round hiking, biking, and snowmobiling. Golfers frequent courses like Inshalla and Edgewater Country Clubs, while winter brings extensive groomed snowmobile trail networks that interconnect with neighboring trail systems.
Outdoor recreation centers on expansive waterways, including Lake Mohawksin, Lake Nokomis, and the Wisconsin River, providing exceptional boating, paddling, and fishing for musky, walleye, and bass. Bradley Park offers a wooded loop drive and walking paths right by the water, while the Bearskin State Trail and Hiawatha Trail cater to year-round hiking, biking, and snowmobiling.
Golfers frequent courses like Inshalla and Edgewater Country Clubs, while winter brings extensive groomed snowmobile trail networks that interconnect with neighboring trail systems.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Tomahawk
Tomahawk offers healthcare professionals an authentic Northwoods lifestyle defined by tranquil waterways, dense forests, and an unhurried, community-centric atmosphere. Situated around Lake Mohawksin and the Wisconsin River, the town provides immediate access to premier boating, fishing, and scenic spots like Bradley Park and the Bearskin State Trail. The local culture balances quiet outdoor living with high-octane traditions, from dirt-track racing at Tomahawk Speedway to the tens of thousands of motorcyclists arriving each September for the Northwoods Fall Ride. Dining is casual and social, centered on local mainstays like Boomba Bar & Grill, The Loop Hole, and cozy downtown coffee spots. For nurses relocating here, the daily routine offers minimal traffic congestion and a peaceful, low-crime environment. However, settling in involves tangible tradeoffs: public transit is minimal, harsh winters require solid cold-weather driving skills, and major shopping runs necessitate trips to Rhinelander or Wausau. For clinicians seeking relief from urban healthcare burnout and eager to embrace a quiet, nature-rich lakeside setting, Tomahawk is a welcoming rural haven.
