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Vale Healthcare Center -

SUMMARY

A licensed practical nurse (LPN)

referred to as LVN – Licensed Vocational Nurse – in some states ] provides care and treatment in accordance with physician orders.   Works in a team environment and within scope of practice as defined by State. The LPN / LVN works under the direction of physicians and registered nurses (RNs).

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Assesses patients by physical examination, including pertinent diagnostic testing to determine health status.

Administers medications and treatments.

Participates in the care planning process.

Supervises LPNs and nursing assistants.

Communicates with physicians regarding changes in resident’s conditions, diagnostic test results, etc.

Documents assessments and care in compliance with standards of care and company policy.

Educates patients and their families on health-related issues.

Completes required forms and documents in accordance with company policy and state and / or federal regulations.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing.

Valid State licensure as an LPN / LVN.

Current CPR certification.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

n / a

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT

Shift work may be required.   Employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands or fingers, reach with hands and arms, feel, talk and hear. Employee will occasionally assist to lift and / or transfer patients weighing between 100 to 250 pounds.   Employee is occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. In compliance with applicable law, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

HOURLY WAGE RATE RANGE : $38.00 to $43.00 DEPENDING ON EXPERIENCE