Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: Bethesda Health
Location: Florissant
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Bethesda Brings out the Best in Talented, Caring People! At
Bethesda, more than 1,200 employees dedicate their careers to
improving the lives of others. As a team member at Bethesda, you'll
enjoy great benefits such as: 403b, daily pay, bonuses, career
advancement opportunities, and holiday pay. Medical, dental,
vision, prescription, and life insurance available for regular
status full and part time employees. NEW! Sign-on Bonus for Full
Time & Part Time LPNs NEW! Evening Shift Differentials have
increased! Earn more while working during the evening hours at
Bethesda, including 8hr & 12hr shifts. Summary Provides basic
nursing care by assisting in the assessment of the resident on
admission and on an ongoing basis. Remains knowledgeable about and
communicates to the appropriate interdisciplinary team (IDT) member
any significant change in condition. Accurately documents all
assessments. Seeks guidance if unsure of any assessment findings.
Participates in the care planning process for the resident. Updates
the care plan when specific interventions indicate the need for
revision. Communicates the plan to the appropriate IDT members
along with the residents and their families. Implements necessary
and appropriate nursing interventions relevant to the plan of care
which includes nursing orders, physician orders, residents/families
educational and environmental needs. Ensures interventions such as
medication administration and treatments are accomplished in a safe
and timely manner. Administers IV fluid only if IV certified.
Documents interventions accurately and timely. Uses critical
thinking skills when dealing with residents' changes in condition.
Notifies the physician timely using the SBARR as the communication
tool. Maintains composure during any crisis situation such as
family dissatisfaction, staff disputes, or inclement weather in a
calm and professional manner. Monitors the care of the residents
closely to see that the care plan is being delivered effectively.
Identifies problem areas and uses the QAPI process to actively
address the situation for immediate problem resolution. Remains
aware of the status of the residents to quickly identify behavioral
changes or other untoward signs or symptoms. Answers call lights
and/or assists with residents' ADLs as needed. Completes, at a
minimum, twelve hours of offerings related to nursing related
continuing education. Has a commitment to keep current with best
nursing practices through knowledge of Bethesda's policies and
self-study. May be assigned other duties as appropriate. Job
Qualifications Education from an accredited school of nursing that
results in becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse Current LPN license
in the state you will be working CPR and AED certification
required, or willing to obtain within six months of employment IV
certification required, or willing to obtain within six months of
employment Long-term care experience preferred Must be able to
assess the basic nursing care needs of the geriatric resident Must
possess excellent communication skills to interact with residents,
visitors and staff Time management and organizational skills
required Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time Ability
to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with
assistance when necessary Ability to transfer and move patients who
vary with ability to assist weighing 200lbs using proper lifting
techniques and with assistance when necessary Ability to push and
pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques
and with assistance when necessary Manual dexterity, coordination
and skillful use of hands when working with patients and equipment
Visual acuity with the ability to distinguish color Ability to
physically perform necessary documentation electronically and in
writing *CB Pay range: $26.96- $43.25 per hour Category: LPN
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