LPN

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, professional nursing care to residents in a skilled nursing and long-term care environment. The LPN assists in planning, implementing, and evaluating resident care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and in accordance with the Indiana Nurse Practice Act, facility policies, and state and federal regulations.

• Provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, treatments, and documentation.

• Monitor residents’ health status, observe for changes in condition, and report promptly to the RN or physician.

• Assist with developing, updating, and implementing individualized care plans.

• Supervise and direct Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to ensure quality resident care.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and complete medical records and documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements.

• Participate in admission, discharge, and transfer processes for residents.

• Communicate effectively with residents, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members.

• Promote residents’ rights, dignity, and independence.

• Follow infection control, safety, and emergency procedures.

• Participate in continuing education and staff development activities.

• Current LPN license in good standing with the Indiana State Board of Nursing.

• CPR certification (BLS) required.

• Prior experience in skilled nursing or long-term care preferred.

• Strong clinical, communication, and leadership skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

• Must be able to lift, move, and assist residents as needed.

• Rotating shifts including weekends and holidays, as assigned.

• Overtime and on-call duties as required by facility needs.

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and transferring residents.

• Exposure to infectious materials and chemicals in a healthcare environment.

• Ability to respond to emergency situations quickly and calmly.

Registered Nurse (RN), Director of Nursing (DON), or Nursing Supervisor