LPN - OHIO CITY, OH, United States

Job Description
VRS 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 care
Administer medications and document therapeutic effects
Assist with resident comfort
Prepare and administer injections and/or enemas
Collect samples and monitor catheters
Provide wound care
Help coach staff as necessary
Ensure the nurses' notes reflect the care plan is being followed when administering nursing care of treatment
Gather resident information and data to be utilized by the RN in comprehensive assessments, MDS+, and RAPS
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents according to established procedures
Request and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services, as ordered by the physician, and in accordance with established procedures
Administer professional services such as catheterizations, tube feedings, suctioning, dressing changes, vital signs, etc.
Requirements :
Current LPN license in the state
Able to pass Background and Drug Test
Up to date first aid and CPR certification
Up to date Physical and TB test
Willingness to work evenings and weekends
Exceptional staff training and customer service skills
Compassionate and friendly demeanor
Competent to independently perform safe nursing skills and procedures
Able to critically think and problem solve in routine and emergency situations
Experience supervising direct support staff
Excellent communication skills and able to work in a team environment
Benefits:
VRS offers their staff an excellent benefit package including: -
Above Competitive wages
Flexible Schedules
Health and Dental Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
PTO based off hours work, Paid Birthday day off (After 90 Days)
Holiday Pay
Holiday Parties
Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, PRN
License:
LPN (Required)
Pay: Starting at $45/hr