Location: Lima,OH, USA
Job DescriptionVRS is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team. The LPN helps to fulfill the care requirements of our patients. Under the direction of the Nurse Manager, the successful candidate will work within their entire scope of practice. The LPN will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost in competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all residents. This opportunity awaits a motivated and ambitious professional with experience.Responsibilities:Provide bedside careAdminister medications and document therapeutic effectsAssist with resident comfortPrepare and administer injections and/or enemasCollect samples and monitor cathetersProvide wound careHelp coach staff as necessaryEnsure the nurses' notes reflect the care plan is being followed when administering nursing care of treatmentGather resident information and data to be utilized by the RN in comprehensive assessments, MDS+, and RAPSAdmit, transfer, and discharge residents according to established proceduresRequest and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services, as ordered by the physician, and in accordance with established proceduresAdminister professional services such as catheterizations, tube feedings, suctioning, dressing changes, vital signs, etc.Requirements:Current LPN license in the stateAble to pass Background and Drug TestUp to date first aid and CPR certificationUp to date Physical and TB testWillingness to work evenings and weekendsExceptional staff training and customer service skillsCompassionate and friendly demeanorCompetent to independently perform safe nursing skills and proceduresAble to critically think and problem solve in routine and emergency situationsExperience supervising direct support staffExcellent communication skills and able to work in a team environmentBenefits:VRS offers their staff an excellent benefit package including: -Above Competitive wagesFlexible SchedulesHealth and Dental InsuranceSupplemental InsurancePTO based off hours work, Paid Birthday day off (After 90 Days)Holiday PayHoliday PartiesJob Types:Full-time, Part-time, PRNLicense:LPN (Required)Pay: Starting at $45/hr