Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Signature HealthCARE of McCreary County Rehab & Wellness Center is a 60-bed facility that offers a wide array of from short-term rehabilitation to traditional long-term care.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care to residents, including medication administration, wound care, and skilled nursing procedures; Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) and ensure comfort, dignity, and safety at all times; Supervise and direct nursing assistants and medication aides during the assigned shift in accordance with facility policies and regulations, as applicable; Monitor and observe residents’ physical and emotional status; notify the attending physician and responsible party of any change in condition; Develop, implement, and review individualized resident care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team; Complete accurate and timely clinical documentation per facility policy and procedure; Coordinate resident admissions, transfers, and discharges according to established procedures; Participate in quality assurance activities, staff education, and regulatory surveys as needed; Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing or designee

Requirements

Current, active LPN/LVN license in the state of practice; Minimum one (1) year of clinical nursing experience; Strong clinical observation, medication administration, and documentation skills; Knowledge of Federal and State long-term care regulations; Effective verbal and written communication skills; Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and exercise sound clinical judgment; Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role; Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems; Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Nice to have

CPR/BLS certification preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross); long-term care experience, preferred; Experience in a supervisory or charge nurse role, preferred

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision – Voluntary Life/Disability; 401(K) and Roth 401(K); Shift Differentials and Weekend Enhanced Hourly Rates; Tuition Forgiveness/Education Reimbursement; Uniform Allowance (Seventy-Five Dollars) for first-time newly hired stakeholders and continuous allotment; Pay Advance and Next Day Pay; Paid Time Off (PTO); Reward & Recognition Program (HEART); VitalLinks; Signature Inspire Foundation – providing a safety net for our stakeholders