Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Overview

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The Licensed Practical Nurse is accountable for the delivery of care, within the guidelines of the scope of practice for Pennsylvania Licensed Practical Nurses. Utilizes the nursing process to enhance the quality of life for all residents and performs other duties as required.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform various duties to provide quality nursing care to residents to maintain or attain the highest practical level of functioning and to coordinate total nursing care for the residents as illustrated by the following:
• Assess residents and analyze obtained information to develop appropriate interventions to prevent decline; record signs of change in condition; notify appropriate staff per facility protocol to evaluate weight loss, decline in ambulation, change in ADLs, development of skin breakdown, etc.; observe conditions which indicate possible need for restorative nursing programs and then notify appropriate staff per facility protocol of the need for evaluation; inform the physician of changes in assessment when appropriate.
• Administer medications and treatments to residents; monitor administration of intravenous fluids; place orders for medication from the pharmacy.
• Assess residents upon admission to develop interim care plan and further assess in depth to contribute to the complete care plan. Update care plans as warranted and required. Attend and participate at Plan of Care meetings as scheduled.
• Respond to emergencies; assess the condition of the resident; decide on the type of medical attention; call appropriate ambulance service if needed; notify family when resident is transferred or admitted to the hospital; notify the physician when a change in condition occurs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Qualifications

Education or Degree Requirement:

• Graduate of accredited School of Nursing.

Licenses, Certifications, Registrations:

• Current license with the State of Pennsylvania for Licensed Practical Nurse.
• CPR Certification

Wesley Enhanced Living is ranked by our employees as the top PA-based aging services company on the Fortune Best Workplaces in Aging Services list. We are certified as a Great Place to Work year after year. And there's a good reason for that. Our RNs, LPNs, and CNAs love where they work because of our supportive culture and a workplace that makes you feel welcome and valued. There's a strong family bond between our nurses and residents like none other. Our employees are proud to work here, make a compelling difference in the lives of our residents, and often say: It's not just a job'!

Our benefits and workplace flexibility are top-notch and include:

• Competitive Pay
• Professional Development and Advancement opportunities
• Health, Dental, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) plans with generous match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay
• On-Shift scheduling

We welcome your application and invite you to visit: click to view www.wel.org to learn more about our organization.

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