LPN Long Term Care Nights

Are you an LPN seeking an exciting new opportunity with a $7,500 Sign-On Bonus?

Here at Bolivar Medical Center, we value our nurses and recognize their exceptional contributions to our patient’s health and wellness. As part of our commitment to attracting the best talent, we are offering increased pay rates that are highly competitive in the industry.

As an LPN on our team, you will have the chance to:
-Make a real difference in the lives of our patients through the delivery of exceptional, personalized care.
-Be part of a collaborative, professional environment where your opinions and expertise are valued.
-Enjoy a flexible schedule that respects your work-life balance.
-Receive competitive compensation that recognizes your skills and experience, with the added benefit of our updated pay rates.

At Bolivar Medical Center, we offer a robust benefits package that will give you and your family the peace of mind you deserve.

-Multiple offers to choose from which includes a PPO, HSA, FSA, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life, Short-term Disability, Long-term Disability, PTO, 401K, Perkspot (discount program), and Voluntary Benefits (legal, critical illness, accident insurance, permanent life insurance, hospital indemnity, auto insurance, home insurance, identity theft coverage, and pet insurance)

-Quantum Health

-Multi-facet wellness program

-Employee Assistance Program

-Telemedicine program

-Education Assistance

-Career Development

-Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

We are looking for compassionate, qualified LPNs who share our dedication to delivering outstanding patient care. If you are a passionate nurse who wants to be part of a dynamic team, we want to hear from you! Thank you and we look forward to hearing from you! Below is our job description and minimum requirements to apply.

To perform this job, an individual must perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation.

·Interacts professionally with residents/families; treats residents and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.

·Effectively and appropriately communicate with residents, physicians, family members and co-workers, demonstrating customer service excellence through application of positive language principles, appropriate response and use of constructive problem-solving techniques which foster positive outcomes.

·Maintains accurate and continued documentation appropriately for all assessments, treatments, and evaluations performed. Documentation meets current standards and policies.

·Ability to, under direct supervision of an RN, perform an appropriate assessment on all residents as related to the care requested and provided and reassessments as per policy.

·Follows the six (6) medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors.

·Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on resident’s clinical condition.

·Assist residents with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.

·Implement a plan of care which is appropriate to the resident based on assessments and goals established by the interdisciplinary care team.

·Ability to perform plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.

·Ability to adequately assess and reassess pain.  Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.  Educates the resident and family regarding pain management as needed.

·Ability to communicate with physician, any changes in resident’s condition and follow through until appropriate action is taken. Note and follow physician orders in timely manner.

·Ability to perform waived testing (point-of-care testing) per Clinical Laboratory’s and the resident care unit’s policies and procedures.  (See your state’s scope of practice for LPNs/LVNs.)

·Give a thorough report to oncoming shift by participating in briefs and by documenting appropriately on the 24-hour report.

·Supervise the Certified Nursing Assistants working on shift as needed to accomplish the plan of care for each resident.

·Performs other reasonably related job duties as assigned or requested, within scope of practice.  

Education:

Licensed Practical Nursing Degree, Required

Required Licenses:

Must have current Mississippi LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) licensure or Compact State.

Required Certifications:

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer.

Required Skills:

·Requirements will include successful completion of orientation checklist and skills/credentials/competency requirements of specific area of work.

·Able to maintain a high awareness of patient satisfaction and teamwork.

·Attention to detail.

·Ability to respond to and cope with emergency situations professionally and calmly.

·Adaptable to performing well under pressure in a stressful environment and taking appropriate action.

·Must be flexible, able to work as needed for appropriate departmental coverage.

·Basic computer knowledge; become proficient in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.

·Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

·Demonstrates proficient time management skills.

·Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security. Additional languages preferred.

Experience:

N/A