LOCATION: Arthur, IL, United States
Licensed Practical Nurse LPN – Arthur (RF: 2700)
We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time position working with senior residents in an assisted living and independent living center. The center is located in the Arthur, IL area and is looking for candidates who can start ASAP. Eligible candidates must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of Illinois and will ideally have previous experience working with seniors.
Qualifications:
- Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Illinois
- Must have COVID Card or exemption
- Previous experience preferred, but not required
- CPR is preferred
Responsibilities:
- Provides quality nursing care to residents to maintain or attain the highest practical level of functioning
- Assesses residents for any decline of condition, signs of change in condition, weight loss, decline in ambulation, change in ADLs, development of skin breakdown, etc.
- Notifies appropriate staff per facility protocol of the need for evaluation and informs staff on any changes in assessment when appropriate
- Administers medications and treatments to residents which includes; monitoring administration of intravenous fluids and placing orders for medication
- Confer with residents and families on any issues relating to care and services
- Make referrals to other departments when appropriate
- Complete employee and resident incident reports and complete follow-up investigation forms
- Maintain accountability for controlled substances by reviewing inventory medications with another licensed nurse and notifying supervisors of any discrepancies
- Supervise the CNAs and the unit clerk in regards to work procedures, expediting work flow, evaluations, counseling and discipline
- Performs other related job duties as required
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