Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Chautauqua Health and Rehabilitation
Location: Owensboro
Posted on: May 11, 2022

Job Description:

NEW WAGE SCALE FOR LPNS!Pay $28.00 - $32.00 per hour depending on shift and experience!$5000 Sign on Bonus!Chautauqua Health and Rehab is seeking LPN's who want the opportunity to be promoted and are willing to work hard and demonstrate their ability to lead others! -We are excited to announce we offer DailyPay!Tuition Reimbursement!Free Covid Vaccines for all Staff!!Earn Quarterly Raises!LPN Job Description:

• Provide bedside care to patients including personal hygiene maintenance
• Record the patients' vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate)
• Collect patient's health information
• Relay information between patients, registered nurses, and physicians
• Give oral medications and injections to patients
• Test a patient's blood sugar levels
• Urinary catheter insertion and care
• Wound care and dressing change
• Assist patients with personal hygiene
• Monitor for changes in patients
• Proper charting, documentation, and maintenance of patient's medical records
• Asks questions when in doubt for clarification by the Registered Nurse.
• Acts as a role model for ancillary personnel.
• Maintains the confidentiality of the patient's clinical records.
• Exceptional staff training and customer service skills
• Compassionate and friendly demeanorRequirements:
  • Current LPN license in the state
  • Up to date first aid and CPR certification
  • At least one year of experience in a Long Term Care Setting preferred.
  • Knowledge of Point Click Care preferredEQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.

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