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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Bethesda Health

Cedar Hill, MO
3 days ago
$26.96 - $43.25

Job Description

Join Bethesda Health as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) where you'll provide essential nursing care and support to improve residents' lives. With a focus on teamwork and professional development, you'll play a vital role in patient assessment and care planning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide basic nursing care and assess patients
  • Implement care plans and communicate changes to the healthcare team
  • Administer treatments and monitor resident conditions
  • Assist with daily living activities
  • Document assessments and interventions accurately and timely
  • Participate in the care planning process
  • Notify physicians of significant changes using SBARR
  • Maintain professional composure in crisis situations

Required Qualifications

  • Education from an accredited school of nursing resulting in LPN certification
  • Current LPN license in the state of employment
  • CPR and AED certification (or willing to obtain within six months)
  • IV certification (or willing to obtain within six months)
  • Ability to assess basic nursing care needs of geriatric residents
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods
  • Ability to lift heavy objects using proper techniques
  • Ability to transfer and move patients weighing 200+ lbs
  • Ability to push and pull equipment weighing over 40 lbs
  • Manual dexterity and coordination
  • Visual acuity to distinguish color
  • Ability to perform documentation electronically and in writing

Preferred Qualifications

  • Long-term care experience

Benefits & Perks

403bDaily payBonusesCareer advancement opportunitiesHoliday payMedical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance for regular status employees