LPN

Landmark of Acadiana is looking to fill (1) 10PM - 6AM position. He/She is responsible for the care of the residents in a designated area of the facility. He/She communicates with off going and arriving shifts of personnel to assure the continuum of quality of care. Makes rounds, evaluating the physical, emotional and social needs of the residents making sure these are being met through the staff assigned to work with each group of resident's needs and provides intervention as indicated. Supervises the care provided by the Nursing Assistants assigned to the unit, providing intervention, and education as indicated. Prepares and administers medications and treatments according to procedures. Consults with physicians, receives, records and transcribes orders as required. Makes rounds with physicians when necessary. Reviews resident's care plans and assures these plans are followed. Documents on records as per policy and procedures of the facility. Participates in the evaluation of the employees working under his/her supervision. Participates in staff meetings and inservices as required. The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible to the Director of Nursing and/or the Assistant Director of Nursing. Qualifications 1. Demonstrates leadership and managerial ability. 2. Has the ability to organize, plan, and supervise the Nursing Assistants assigned to work a designated unit and shift. 3. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships and works well with the general public. 4. Is of good emotional, mental and physical health, having sound judgment and high professional standards. 5. Must be willing and capable of providing emergency care as needed for any resident in the facility. 6. Is courteous in working with residents, families and employees. 7. Maintains a neat, well-groomed and professional appearance at all times. 8. Has a desire to work with the geriatric clientele as well as residents of any age and their current and prospective needs. 9. Must be willing to be in the facility ready to begin assigned duties on time. 10. Must be willing to be in the facility during weekdays as well as weekend hours. 11. Must be willing to participate in the on call schedule 12. Must be willing to work preferred shifts as scheduled and assist on other shifts as needed to assure adequate staffing to meet the needs of each resident. 13. Must demonstrate the ability to function as a cooperative team member with all disciplines in the facility. 14. Must demonstrate the ability to follow and supervise assigned staff to assure the facilities policies and procedures are upheld. 15. Must demonstrate the ability to manage and supervise the assigned unit in a productive, timely manner. 16. Must have a pre-employment and annual Tuberculosis screening examination as required by the state in which employed. 17. Must maintain a current healthcare provider cardio-pulmonary resuscitation

Pay:

From $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person