Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Crest View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Why Mile Bluff Medical Center?

Mile Bluff Medical Center is a place where people come first. Our team is comprised of caring, patient-centered professionals serving pediatric through geriatric populations in our rural community. Our not-for-profit organization prides itself on providing state-of-the-art healthcare services, a positive work environment, and a team where employees feel valued and supported. Mile Bluff is an independent organization that offers competitive wages, great benefits and the opportunity for growth. Mile Bluff makes decisions for its employees and patients locally without relying on a large health system in another community.

General Information :

Job title : Long-term Care Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location : Crest View Nursing & Rehabilitation Center - New Lisbon, WI

Schedules Available :

• Full-time, 75 hours per pay period; PM Shift
• Part-time 2, 15 hours per pay period; PM Shift

Weekend rotation : Every other weekend

Holiday rotation : Every other holiday

Additional Information :

• Up to $3,000 sign on bonus

Position Summary :

The Nursing Home Licensed Practical Nurse position assesses and passes medication to residents, reports to physician any changes they have, reports to charge nurse, updates family members, and assists CNAs.

Position Responsibilities :

• Administer medications to residents while following the 5 Rights
• Report any allegations of abuse, neglect and misappropriation to Director of Nursing and Administrator
• Report any change in condition to the charge nurse
• Assist CNAs with answering call lights and other responsibilities
• Update physicians, family members, etc. of change in condition as needed
• Perform other duties as requested.

Position Requirements :

• Must hold and maintain Wisconsin LPN license.
• Current CPR / BLS certification required.
• 1+ years of related work experience preferred.
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Intermediate proficiency with computers is required.
• Knowledgeable regarding medication administration.
• Comprehensive nursing skills.
• Strong quantitative and analytical competency.
• Self-starter with excellent interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to have continuous oral and written communication with co-workers, patients, and supervisors is essential.

LOCATION DESCRIPTION

With a population of 1,800, New Lisbon, "The Friendly City", provides a small town feel while being surrounded by unique recreational and cultural experiences. Located on the Lemonweir River and in close distance to Wisconsin's second and fourth largest lakes, Petenwell and Castle Rock Lake, our community finds you surrounded by natural wonder, wildlife and a rich variety of outdoor recreation. New Lisbon is centrally located in southwestern Wisconsin on Interstate 90-94, approximately 80 miles to Madison, 150 miles to Milwaukee, 225 miles to Chicago, and 190 miles to Minneapolis.

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