Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

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USD $30.00 - USD $33.00 /Hr. Overview Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) The Ponce Care Center is looking for LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses) to join their Team! SIGN ON BONUS:$3,000 for full-time & $1,500 for part-time! ABOUT THE PONCE - Located in St. Augustine, FL, we are a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is dedicated to helping our residents maximize their potential and live their lives to the fullest. We offer a modern, comfortable, and secure facility staffed by caring professionals where individuals receive the finest sub-acute medical care, rehabilitation services, and 24-hour skilled nursing care. We are committed to maintaining a facility where compassionate care is provided in an environment of respect and dignity. It is also a great working environment for our staff as we truly value and appreciate each member of our team! While working here, you will enjoy: Health, dental, vision and life insurance. Your well-being is important, and we value it. Paid time off. Because as much as you love your job, we want you to also love having time to be you. A 401K retirement plan. You're our company's future; let us help you take care of yours. Continuing education credits. Life, learning, and education are our top priorities. Supportive management, cohesive work environment and many different career paths to help you achieve your professional goals Summary of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Provide nursing care to residents as prescribed by the physician and in accordance with standards of nursing practice and regulations and as directed by the Director of Nursing.

Qualifications

Requirements of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Up to date first aid and CPR certification. Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse with FL state license. Exceptional staff training and customer service skills. Compassionate and friendly demeanor. Excellent technical, assessment, and documentation skills. Effective verbal and written English communication skills. Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality Ability to lift fifty (50) or more pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job. Able to stand and/or walk for more than four (4) hours per day. Able to bend and/or stoop for more than one (1) hour at a time. https://info.flclearinghouse.com/ Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN): Provide personal care (i.e., grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.) of residents daily and as needed. Provide bedside care. Administer medications and document therapeutic effects. Assist with resident comfort. Prepare and administer injections and/or enemas. Collect samples and monitor catheters. Take TPR (temperature, pulse, & rate), blood pressure, weighing of residents, etc., as directed. Assist in the orientation and training of other staff, as requested. Other special projects and duties, as assigned.