Licensed Practical Nurse New

Title: Licensed Practical Nurse

Location: Middlebury, Vermont

Job Type: 16 Weeks Contract

Shifts: 12-Hour Night Shift, rotating as needed, with occasional floating required.

Job Summary:

The LPN will provide nursing care to long-term care residents. This role is ideal for professionals with experience in long-term care, particularly in dementia care, and those who are comfortable working with a diverse patient population aged 60 and older.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care to long-term care patients in a skilled nursing facility.
• Assist in the daily care and comfort of residents, including administering medications, dressing changes, and other treatments.
• Monitor vital signs and report any changes in patient condition to the nursing team.
• Assist with patient mobility and daily activities.
• Maintain accurate patient records using the EPIC documentation system.
• Participate in care planning and patient assessments.
• Ensure a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
• Float between units as needed, including Memory Care and PAC units.
• Follow all infection control and safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and facility policies.
• Provide compassionate care to patients and assist with family communication.

Qualifications:

• License: Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Vermont.
• Experience: A minimum of 1 year of clinical experience, particularly in long-term care, is required.
• Certifications: Dementia-Capable Care certification is preferred but not required.
• Skills: Proficiency in using EPIC for documentation and medication administration.
• Other Requirements: Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credentials.

Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts.

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