Job Description

Job Location: Paulding Care Community - Paulding, OH 45879
Position Type: Part-TimeEducation
Level: High School
Salary Range: $27.00 - $33.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Second Shift
Job Category: NursingThe Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides high-quality nursing care under the direction of registered nurses (RNs) and physicians in a healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living setting. The LPN plays a vital role in ensuring residents’ or patients’ physical and emotional well-being by assisting with daily medical care, administering medications, monitoring health status, and collaborating with the healthcare team to develop and follow care plans.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Care:
- - Provide basic nursing care, such as administering medications, performing wound care, and assisting with personal hygiene and daily activities.
- - Monitor patients’ vital signs, such as blood pressure, pulse, and temperature, and report any changes in health status to the healthcare team.
- - Assist in the development and implementation of individualized care plans based on patient needs and medical assessments.
- - Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Medication Administration:
- - Administer medications to patients as prescribed, ensuring correct dosages and timing, while monitoring for potential side effects.
- - Maintain accurate medication records and follow established protocols for safe medication administration.
- - Ensure medications are stored properly and securely, adhering to all safety guidelines.
- Health Monitoring and Documentation:
- - Document patients’ health status, care provided, and responses to treatments in medical records in an accurate and timely manner.
- - Perform regular assessments and maintain documentation of health changes, communicating effectively with the healthcare team.
- - Report any signs of illness, adverse reactions, or changes in patient condition to RNs or physicians immediately.
- Patient and Family Communication:
- - Provide information to patients and families regarding treatments, medications, and care plans.
- - Offer emotional support and guidance to patients and their families, helping them understand the care being provided.
- - Serve as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to address any questions or concerns.
- Assist with Clinical Procedures:
- - Assist RNs and physicians during medical procedures, dressing changes, injections, and other clinical tasks.
- - Maintain a clean and safe work environment, ensuring that equipment is sanitized and in proper working order.
- Resident/Patient Support:
- - Provide compassionate care to residents/patients, ensuring their comfort, dignity, and privacy are respected at all times.
- - Assist patients with mobility, feeding, and other activities of daily living when necessary.
- - Promote a positive, healing environment that supports the well-being of patients.
- Compliance and Safety:
- - Adhere to facility policies and procedures as well as state and federal regulations regarding healthcare delivery.
- - Follow infection control protocols, including proper hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and disposal of biohazard materials.
- - Ensure patient safety by following safety protocols and reporting hazards or incidents promptly.

Qualifications
- Education: Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program.
- Licensure: Active LPN license.
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Experience: Previous nursing experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting is preferred but not required.
- Skills:
- - Strong clinical nursing skills, with attention to detail.
- - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- - Ability to work well within a team and provide compassionate, patient-centered care.
- - Good organizational and time-management abilities.
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- Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
- 401k with company match
- Early Pay via Tapcheck!
- Employee Perks & Discount program
- PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
- Referral Bonus Program
- Mentorship Programs
- Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities
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