LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - FT Nights/Weekends
$49,920–$74,880 year
On-siteDuncan, South Carolina, United States
Job Summary
Provide professional nursing care for residents of all ages in long-term care under the supervision of a registered nurse, advanced practice provider, or physician. Perform testing to evaluate resident status, recognize problems, and respond effectively to emergent situations while ensuring health, comfort, and safety. Administer medications or treatments as ordered, document interactions and outcomes related to care, medication, behavior, activity, and dietary needs, and counsel residents and family members on prevention and treatment plans. Work effectively as a member of an interdisciplinary care team to develop self-care programs and maintain confidentiality.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges
- Must have attended a pre-licensure nursing program that included supervised clinical experience across the life span as part of the curriculum or have had a minimum of 400 hours of experience as LPN at another facility
- Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications
- Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility
- If position requires IV therapy/management skills, graduation from a Board approved AASPN program where IV therapy is part of the curriculum or completion of an IV Therapy course approved by the North Dakota Board of Nursing
Desired Qualifications
- Associate degree in practical nursing is preferred
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