Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Washington Square Nursing & Rehab

Come join our dedicated and award winning team in caring for America's Bravest !

This is an exciting time to be at Washington Square's newly remodeled facility, giving back to our Veterans !

We are excited to announce:

Washington Square is rated 5 STARS overall by Medicare and

Voted Best of The Best Nursing Home for the past TEN Years by the Tribune Chronicle

Trumbull County's ONLY Veteran's Provider

Washington Square Offers Charge Nurses:

• _*LPN's New Competitive Starting Rate
• Annual Loyalty bonuses after 2 years service (Sign on bonuses are a thing of the past, receive a bonus every year)**
• Annual Uniform Allowances**
• Attendance Bonus**
• Afternoon, Midnight & Weekend shift differential **
• Company paid Life & Long Term Disability Insurance**
• Medical, Vision & Dental benefits offered**
• 401k Retirement Plan**
• Paid Time Off (PTO) Program

**Full-Time and Part-Time positions available**

Summary

Responsible for the direct and indirect nursing care of all patients ranging in age from 18 years to geriatric experiencing medically complex conditions, general medical-surgical conditions, with rehabilitation and/or wound care needs. He/She is also responsible for reporting changes in patient conditions to the RN and taking direction from the RN. Demonstrates the knowledge and skill to carry out the nursing process when providing care to patients. Promotes teamwork with physicians and personnel of other departments. Demonstrates behaviors reflective of the mission and core values of Washington Square Healthcare.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

All essential functions should be reviewed with the Nurse Manager upon completion of the 90 day probationary period and no less than annually thereafter to evaluate performance and establish new goals if results are not meeting expectations.

1.Supervises Certified Nurses Aides under direction of RN.

2.Collects patient care data and monitors patient conditions and family dynamics based upon observation, history and nursing/medical diagnosis.

3.Contributes to the development of the plan of care and discharge plan for the assigned patient.

4.Implements patient care utilizing care plan, delegated medical orders and collaborates with health team members as necessary.

5.Assists in evaluating outcomes of patient care planning and teaching and in revising the plan according to changing needs of the patient.

6.Participates in the orientation and education of personnel and students.

7.Documents the delivery of health care and nursing process in accordance with specific unit standards and hospital nursing policy.

8.Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties within allotted time.

9.Knows the rationale for the effect of medications and treatments and correctly administer same.