Licensed Practical Nurse in Paducah, Kentucky at Providence Groups LLC

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Location: Skilled Nursing Facility, Long Term Care Facility, Assisted Living Facility,

As an LPN, you will be responsible for providing quality care to our residents and ensuring their overall well-being.

Responsibilities:

- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians

- Monitor and record vital signs of residents

- Assist with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming

- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to develop and implement care plans

- Communicate with physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding resident care

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records

- Provide emotional support to residents and their families

Requirements:

• Current LPN license in the state of practice
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a skilled nursing facility
• Knowledge of nursing principles and practices
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks efficiently

Physical Requirements:

• Considerable physical activity:
• Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to fifty (50) or more pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job.
• Push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds to a minimum height of three (3) feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet.
• Standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Bending and/or stooping for more than one (1) hour at a time