Licensed Practical Nurse
Volunteers of America - National Services

Join us and apply today as a Full Time/Part Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at The Preserve! Hourly pay rates up to $26.65/hr. Currently Offering Recruitment/Retention Bonus up to $5,000 and Referral Bonuses up to $2,000! Earn up to $7,000!

Full and Part time 12 Hour Shifts: Day and Night positions available

Shift Differential rates of $3.50

The Preserve is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Located on the corner of Plantation Road and 6 Mile Cypress Parkway in beautiful Fort Myers, we provide Assisted Living, Memory Support, and Skilled Care Services (Post-Acute Rehabilitation & Long-term care).

Benefit Highlights:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan;
  
• Pay in Lieu of benefit options available
  
• Employee Discount Program (car rental, wireless carriers, travel, uniforms, etc.)
  
• Career scholarships;
  
• Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs;
  
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)

About the job: The Licensed Practical Nurse shall perform in accordance with state and local laws and within the guidelines of his/her professional organization. All functions shall be performed in accordance with the established policies and practices of the particular institution in which the LPN is performing his/her duties. The LPN is qualified by education, training, and experience and demonstrated abilities to give nursing care under the direction of a RN and to have the knowledge of the principles of psychological, biological and social sciences.

Job Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing with current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of practice. Maintain a current CPR Certification.
• Customer service oriented with knowledge of successful customer service techniques.
• Ability to understand residents' charts, doctor's orders, residents' plan of care, medication orders.
• Must possess the ability to effectively gather clinical data in regards to resident status and condition.
• Maintain IV Certification if required in the state of practice.
• Understanding of current Antibiotic Stewardship, Infection Prevention & Infection Control and OSHA guidelines.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.
• Ability to pass drug, criminal and employment screenings.

Preferred Skills:

• Able to meet the requirements identified in the Essential Functions.
• Effective communicator with staff, families and outside agencies.
• Ability to prioritize duties.

Essential Function:

• Role models positive & open communication skills with all staff, customers, guests, residents and families.
• Follows all shift routines, policy and procedures regarding monitoring of vital signs, weights, administration of medications and treatments.
• Immediately reports any suspected abuse or neglect per facility policy.
• Accurately utilizes electronic systems of documentation as required per facility policy.

Take pride in helping others, and join us today!

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

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