Kindred Healthcare
Licensed Practical Nurse Long Term Care, Full Time Days
Kindred Healthcare, Cleveland, Mississippi, United States, 38733
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ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct and indirect nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting. This role includes assessing resident needs, administering medications, performing treatments, and supporting residents with daily living activities. The LPN supports interdisciplinary care planning and ensures regulatory compliance while maintaining a focus on resident dignity and quality of life.
Essential Functions
Provides safe, competent nursing care under RN supervision in accordance with resident care plans
Administers medications and treatments, including wound care and specimen collection
Monitors and reports changes in residents’ health status to the physician and care team
Documents all assessments, interventions, and responses accurately in the electronic medical record
Assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to implement and evaluate care plans
Maintains medication safety by following the six rights of medication administration
Participates in resident and family education on health conditions and pain management
Provides leadership to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), ensuring continuity of care
Responds to emergencies and communicates effectively with clinical and support staff
Maintains regulatory compliance, infection control practices, and patient safety standards
Supports orientation and training of new staff as needed
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Strong critical thinking, communication, and time management skills
Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress environments
Proficiency in EMR systems and basic computer applications
Awareness of psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs of residents and families
Ability to work varied shifts to meet departmental needs
Demonstrates compassion, integrity, and respect in all interactions
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous improvement
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing degree required
Licenses/Certifications
Current LPN license or Compact State license
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer
Experience
Experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing preferred but not required
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ScionHealth , we empower our caregivers to do what they do best. We value every voice by caring deeply for every patient and each other. We show courage by running toward the challenge and we lean into new ideas by embracing curiosity and question asking. Together, we create our culture by living our values in our day-to-day interactions with our patients and teammates.
Job Summary
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct and indirect nursing care to residents in a long-term care setting. This role includes assessing resident needs, administering medications, performing treatments, and supporting residents with daily living activities. The LPN supports interdisciplinary care planning and ensures regulatory compliance while maintaining a focus on resident dignity and quality of life.
Essential Functions
Provides safe, competent nursing care under RN supervision in accordance with resident care plans
Administers medications and treatments, including wound care and specimen collection
Monitors and reports changes in residents’ health status to the physician and care team
Documents all assessments, interventions, and responses accurately in the electronic medical record
Assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation
Collaborates with interdisciplinary team to implement and evaluate care plans
Maintains medication safety by following the six rights of medication administration
Participates in resident and family education on health conditions and pain management
Provides leadership to Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), ensuring continuity of care
Responds to emergencies and communicates effectively with clinical and support staff
Maintains regulatory compliance, infection control practices, and patient safety standards
Supports orientation and training of new staff as needed
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
Strong critical thinking, communication, and time management skills
Ability to remain calm and professional in high-stress environments
Proficiency in EMR systems and basic computer applications
Awareness of psychosocial, cultural, and spiritual needs of residents and families
Ability to work varied shifts to meet departmental needs
Demonstrates compassion, integrity, and respect in all interactions
Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous improvement
Education
Licensed Practical Nursing degree required
Licenses/Certifications
Current LPN license or Compact State license
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer
Experience
Experience in long-term care or geriatric nursing preferred but not required
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