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Carlyle Senior Care of Blackville
LPN/RN - Long Term Care
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$57,907 / year median in South Carolina
+14% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Long Term Care. In this vital role, you will provide compassionate, comprehensive nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting, ensuring their comfort, safety, and well-being. Your expertise will support residents with diverse needs, including those requiring memory care, hospice services, and chronic condition management. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors and individuals with disabilities while working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. Responsibilities Deliver high-quality patient care by performing thorough assessments, vital sign monitoring, and physical examinations tailored to long-term care residents. Administer medications and injections accurately following prescribed protocols, including IV infusions and pain management treatments. Manage complex medical needs such as catheterization, tube feeding, ventilator support, and wound care, ensuring adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control policies. Document all patient interactions meticulously using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner; maintain compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality standards. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans that address dementia care, Alzheimer's disease, behavioral health issues, and other chronic conditions. Assist with diagnostic evaluations such as specimen collection or processing and coordinate discharge planning for residents transitioning to other levels of care. Provide education and support to residents and their families regarding medication administration, disease management, and health coaching strategies. Skills Proven experience working with geriatric patients in skilled nursing facilities or long-term care environments. Strong knowledge of long-term care regulations, dementia care practices, and memory support strategies. Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth; familiarity with ICD coding (ICD-9/10) is highly desirable. Critical care experience including ICU or emergency medicine is a plus for managing acute situations effectively. Skilled in IV insertion, catheterization, sterile processing techniques, and basic life support (BLS/CPR). Excellent patient assessment skills combined with compassionate caregiver communication tailored to individuals with disabilities or cognitive impairments. Ability to work efficiently within a multidisciplinary team while maintaining clinical confidentiality policies and adhering to long-term care regulations. Join us in providing exceptional nursing care that transforms lives! We are committed to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise makes a real impact on the health and happiness of our residents.