Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - Day Shift

Company: Stratford Court of Palm Harbor
Location: Palm Harbor
Posted on: October 26, 2024

Job Description:

Seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our community. An LPN uses their clinical expertise to ensure all residents receive high quality, efficient care. LPNs in our community are sensitive, respectful, and are passionate about helping those in need.
What You'll Do Provide Care

• Helping residents with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Supporting residents with medication; taking medication, opening containers, opening prepackaged medication, reading medication labels for residents, observing residents taking medication, checking the self-administered dosage against the label of the container, and reassuring residents they have obtained and are taking the dosage as prescribed.
• Repositioning residents in bed and escorting them around the community
• Toileting, incontinent care
• Take vital signs, such as blood pressure, heart rate and pulse Communicate
  • Observe and report on residents' health, escalating any problems efficiently and effectively
  • Detail daily reports to Nurse, or designated charge person, at end of shift
  • Provide emotional support and serve as a source of comfort for residents and their loved ones
  • Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and report to a supervisor What You'll Bring Experience & Education
    • High School Diploma or equivalent
    • Minimum 2 years' experience in a hospital or clinical setting
    • Associates degree or higher, focused on advancement into medical services, or similar, preferred
    • CPR/First Aid Certification desired (unless required by the State)
    • Valid, unrestricted LPN certification or State/Local equivalent required Engagement
      • Working experience alone, on a team, and on projects start to finish
      • Strong emotional intelligence and listening skills
      • Dedication to the medical field, especially towards working with the residents We Got You We see and support the whole you. Because investing in you, and all our team members, is the first step in making a difference in the lives of others.
        • Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision
        • 401k + Match
        • Competitive PTO
        • Life, Disability & other supplemental benefits
        • Professional Development Funds
        • Wellness Coaching & Personal Support Benefits
        • Recognition & Reward Programs Is This You? Beyond checking off the boxes, we're looking for someone who shares our deep sense of purpose and passion for advancing the lives of others.
          • Puts People First - You have an authentic connection to our vision of a world in which the quality of life is ageless, and a desire to advance our culture by always respecting and empowering our team members, residents, and families.
          • Customer Focused - You strive to build and strengthen customer loyalty by delivering exceptional hospitality, thoughtful solutions, and innovative customer attraction and retention strategies.
          • Results Oriented - You're forward thinking, seeing the big picture as you lead with empathy and drive to exceed results. You firmly believe that the way in which we achieve results is just as important as what we accomplish together.
          • Drives Operational Excellence - You encourage a mindset of continuous improvement. You respect ideas, collaborate, and empower others to elevate how and what we deliver for our customers and each other.
          • Embraces Change - You're a change driver! A positive communicator who engages all key stakeholders to help them anticipate and embrace what's next, you're always adjusting the target for continuous improvement. EEOC
            Stratford Court of Palm Harbor is a beautiful community in Palm Harbor, FL, with more than 310 units offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care.

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