Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Pine Crest Nursing Home

Professional nursing work involving the delivery and supervision of resident care on an assigned nursing unit(s) in a skilled nursing home facility under the direction of the Director of Nursing and Manager. The employee performs the full scope of professional nursing functions within the parameters of professional licensure and standards of practice. Starting pay up to $27.50 per hour, which includes $1.50 shift differential for PM and a $2.50 shift differential Night shifts. In addition, we offer an incentive for picking up additional hours worked.

Hours/FTE and shift availability varies. Apply today and let us know what works for you!
We are looking for qualified, dedicated and caring staff to join our team!

Hiring for an Occasional Positions as well.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required:

Associate degree in Practical Nursing earned from an accredited college.

Less than one year experience

Current BLS (CPR) Certification

Current Wisconsin Licensed Practical Nurse license

Eligible with permit to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Wisconsin

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Delegates tasks to and supervises ancillary nursing personnel.

Supervises, directs and assists employees in the nursing department with direct patient care and provides direct patient care within time management limits.

Monitors and directs or redirects daily performance of employees.

Contributes, participates, and supports the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) approach to providing quality care for residents.

Participates in cross training for other units to maximize flexibility and efficient utilization of resources.

Maintains regular and predictable on-site attendance.

Competencies

• Demonstrate organizational, leadership, management, clinical, department, program, common position and job specific competencies as required by North Central Health Care and/or various regulatory agencies based on job title.
• Complete organizational, leadership, management, clinical, department, program, common position and job specific education as required by North Central Health Care and/or various regulatory agencies based on job title.
• Qualifications and provision of care are in accordance with national acceptable standards of practices pertinent to role based on job title.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards along with federal, state and local codes pertinent to role based on job title.

Core Value Standards of Behavior

It is expected that all employees will demonstrate behaviors that support excellence as defined by North Central Health Care’s Core Value Standards of Behavior.

Physical and Working Environment

• Heavy Work: Frequent lifting. Must be able to lift a minimum requirement of 50 pounds unassisted.

Physical Activities: List the minimum % of time required for each Physical/Mental Requirement.

Physical/Mental Requirements

<10%

10-30%

31-50%

51-70%

71-90%

>90%

Climbing

X

Stooping

X

Kneeling

X

Crouching

X

Crawling

X

Turning or Twisting

X

Bending

X

Standing

X

Walking

X

Sitting

X

Carrying

X

Pushing

X

Pulling

X

Reaching

X

Grasping

X

Feeling

X

Data Interpretation

X

Decision Making

X

Verbal Communication

X

Verbal Comprehension

X

Written Communication

X

Written Comprehension

X

Problem Recognition

X

Problem Solving

X

Hearing

X

Near Visual Acuity

X

Far Visual Acuity

X

Depth Perception

X

Color Vision

X

Smelling

X

Repetitive Motions

X

Exposure to Hazards:

• Moderate exposure to workplace hazards.

Working Conditions:

• Indoors

• Exposed to infectious diseases or other possible infectious materials including: blood, fecal matter, OPIM...

Acknowledgement and Compliance

All requirements of the described position are subject to change over time where I may be required to perform other duties as requested by NCHC. Further, I acknowledge that this job description is neither an employment contract.

In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, NCHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. North Central Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.