Licensed Practical Nurse

Description

Park Place of Elmhurst is an elegant five-star community conveniently located across the street from Edward Elmhurst hospital. Here we offer a continuum of care with the security of lifecare. Our residents also have access to assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and memory support right on campus. We are seeking a hardworking professional Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Full Time, 9AM-5:30PM. Park Place of Elmhurst is a member of the Providence Life Services family where we are committed to enhancing the lives of those we serve!  

Benefits:

https://www.providencelifeservices.com/application/files/9517/3342/6965/PLS_HR_Benefits_Flyer_IL_IN.pdf

Key Responsibilities:

Park Place of Elmhurst is seeking LPN’s to provide resident and nursing care according to physician’s orders and in conformance with recognized nursing techniques and procedures, established standards, and administrative policies. Maintaining accurate and complete records of nursing observations and care. Performs all functions in compliance with CDC, OSHA, JCAHO, State and Federal Regulatory bodies. Communicates and interprets the goals of care to the resident and family/caregiver.

• Responsible to provide direct nursing care to the clients and manage the day-to-day activities performed by the Certified Nursing Assistants working as a team.
• Administers medications and treatments according to physician orders.
• Provides education and guidance to clients and their families on disease process and management.
• Ensure adequate medical supplies are available to meet the medical needs of the patients.
• Receive and review nursing report at the beginning of the shift and compile nursing report at the end of the shift.
• Monitor vital signs in accordance with the resident’s treatment plan.

Requirements

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Illinois.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Medical and Surgical setting.
• Previous experience in long-term care is a plus but not required.
• Pass a physical, drug screen, 50-pound lift test, fingerprint for criminal background and complete the reference check.