Weekend LPN--$2000 sign on bonus

About the Company
FEEL GOOD ABOUT HELPING OTHERS FEEL BETTER
A job with Kindred Healthcare offers some things you'd expect, and some you might not. There's the salary, of course, and security and benefits plus the pride you take in working for a company that's a nationally recognized leader in healthcare. But there's also the feedback you get, the hugs, the handshakes, the smiles, and even the tears of gratitude from the people you care for with your heart as well as with your hands. So consider a career with Kindred it's rewarding on many levels.

About the Opportunity
Be a vital part of the Kindred team by providing much-needed assistance to the Medical Staff: assign nursing care, administer medications, perform treatments and document procedures.

Saturday-Sunday 7am-7pm
Saturday-Sunday 7pm-7am

Responsibilities


Document resident's condition and nursing needs; assign nursing care to team members in accordance with person's capabilities to provide resident's needs
Implement physicians' orders; administer medication, perform treatments and document treatment as required by Kindred, and local/state/ federal rules and regulations
Assist physicians with special tests and procedures within the scope of the Nursing Practice Act
Ensure that supplies are used economically and equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner
Report and record observations and reactions regarding residents.
Coordinate nursing care of residents scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments.
Assist with or institute emergency measures for sudden, adverse developments in residents



Qualifications


Must be skilled in directing, motivating and training staff; able to work cooperatively as a member of a team and react decisively in emergency situations. Should be an effective communicator with residents, families and staff members but able to maintain confidentiality. Requires a graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN School of Nursing with a valid state LPN/LVN license and CPR certification. One year of nursing experience is preferred.










Benefits
Salary negotiable and commensurate with experience. In addition to salary package, Kindred offers a competitive benefits package.

Please apply via online.

*Kindred Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Relocation funds not available, local interest only please. Drug-free work environment.
REQUIREMENTS
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