Licensed Practical Nursing Specialist

Licensed Practical Nursing Specialist at Bethesda Health summary:

The Licensed Practical Nursing Specialist provides nursing care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating care consistent with training and established standards. This role requires strong communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills to support geriatric residents in long-term care settings. Licensure, IV certification, and CPR/AED certification are required to ensure quality and safe patient care.

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As a team member at Bethesda, you'll enjoy great benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career advancement opportunities, and holiday pay.

Medical, dental, vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular status full and part time employees.

Summary

This position assesses, plans, implements and evaluates nursing care consistent with his/her educational training. Responsible for adhering to all established Standards of Nursing Practices and the organization's policies and procedures.

Job Qualifications

• Education from an accredited school of nursing that results in becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Long-term care/Rehab/Assisted Living experience preferred
• Current license in the state you will be working as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• IV Certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Current CPR/AED Certification required or willing to obtain within six months of employment
• Must be able to assess the basic nursing care needs of the geriatric resident
• Must possess excellent communication skills to interact with residents, visitors and staff
• Excellent time management and organizational skills are required
• Must possess critical thinking skills

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Pay range: $26.96 - $43.95 per hour

Category: LPN/RN

Keywords:

Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, nursing care, geriatric care, long-term care, IV certification, CPR/AED, patient assessment, critical thinking, healthcare