Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN (Long Term) Position Available In Fayette, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Long Term Care in Fayette, AL provides nursing care for residents, follows established standards, and assesses resident conditions. LPN degree, Alabama State license, CPR certification, and good communication skills are required. The position is Regular Part-Time with 40 to 64 hours bi-weekly. DCH Health System is hiring for this role.
Job Description
# LPN
- Long Term Care (Fayette, AL)
Job Locations:
US-AL-FayettePosition Type:
Regular Part-Time (40 to 64 hours bi-weekly)## OverviewProvides nursing care for assigned residents according to established standards and practices, including state, federal and JCAHO## Responsibilities
- Provides nursing care for assigned residents. Assesses resident conditions including physical, behavioral, psychosocial, developmental, and age specific factors and plans of care according to identified problems
- Uses the nursing process to provide all levels of direct resident care
- Follows all policies and procedures of the facility
- Utilizes good communication and documentation skills to ensure proper plan of care from the physician and other disciplines
- Ensures nursing assistants are providing quality care and perform their duties in accordance with each resident’s plan of care following the policy and procedure manual of the facility
- Performs duties based upon established standards of practice for adults and geriatrics
- Provide services in a cost-effective manner.
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DCH Standards:
- Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation
- Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook
- Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self
- Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet
- Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures
- All other duties as assigned.
## QualificationsLPN degree required. High School diploma or equivalent required. In good standing and currently licensed by the State of Alabama. CPR certification up-to-date. Must be able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English. Computer skills for general knowledge of facility computers preferred. Demonstrates good communication skills for all population served. Must have positive attitude toward the elderly.
