Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

*$20,000 Sign-On Bonus* for positions guaranteed 24-40 hours per week!
*$3.00/hour shift differential for PM shifts and $1.00/hour shift differential for night shifts.*
Looking for a place to grow in your healthcare career? Join us at Missouri Slope! You will work with a dedicated nursing team including CNAs, Medication Assistants, and nursing leaders to provide our residents with efficient and effective care in our new, state-of-the-art facility! We are locally owned and operated so your voice can and will be heard! Apply today!

*DAY SHIFT OPPORTUNITIES: *6:00am - 2:30pm
_Includes every other weekend and rotating holidays\*_

* 40 hrs/wk
* 24 hrs/wk
* 16 hrs/wk
* 8 hrs/wk
* 4 hrs/wk

*PM SHIFT OPPORTUNITIES: *2:15pm - 10:45pm
_Includes every other weekend and rotating holidays\*_

* 40 hrs/wk
* 32 hrs/wk
* 24 flexing to 32 hrs/wk
* 24 hrs/wk
* 8 hrs/wk

*NIGHT SHIFT OPPORTUNITIES:* 10:30pm - 7:00am
_Includes every other weekend and rotating holidays\*_

* 40 hrs/wk
* 32 hrs/wk
* 24 hrs/wk
* 16 hrs/wk
* 8 hrs/wk

*PRN Opportunities:*

* *Weekday PRN: *1 shift/week and 1 weekend per month

*PRIMARY JOB FUNCTION:*
Assessment of the condition of residents; coordination and supervision of care of the residents; documentation of resident information using an electronic medical record system; communication with the resident, their family, and their physician; and supervision of certified nurse assistants.

*DUTIES:*

* Responsible for all aspects of nursing care for an assigned nursing unit with an assigned group of residents including:
* Supervision and assistance with resident admissions
* Transfers, discharges, and deaths
* Administration of medications and treatments as ordered by physician and according to facility policy and procedure (Oral, IV, IM, Sub Q, Rectal, PEG tube)
* The ordering and accounting of all drugs per facility policy
* Monitoring of residents' nutritional status
* Communication with attending physicians regarding changes in resident conditions
* Communication with residents and family members regarding any changes in condition, care routine, or treatments assessment of, implementation of, and evaluation of rehabilitation efforts

* Responsible for the supervision and direction of CNAs on the assigned unit, including their performance of resident care and job duties
* Responsible for compliance with nursing, safety, and facility policy and procedures
* Participation in the problem-solving process through active involvement in designated task forces and committees
* Demonstrate integrity, calm manner, and respect for others in interactions with residents, family members, Missouri Slope employees, and the public
* Demonstrate support of and compliance with resident rights in all regards including confidentiality of resident information
* Demonstrate a desire to stay current and pursue further knowledge in nursing by the attendance of in-service programs, workshops, and nurses' meetings

*SKILLS UTILIZED:*

* PICC line care and removal of PICC line if needed
* Blood draws
* IM, Sub Q injections, and TB tests
* PEG tubes - Feedings, cares, and insertion
* IV care and insertion
* IV certification is offered through Missouri Slope

* Monitoring blood sugars and administering insulin
* Indwelling and Suprapubic catheter insertion and care
* Colostomy and ileostomy care
* Post-surgical care, including removal of staples and stitches
* Would care, including all types of dressing changes, packing wounds, and wound vacs
* Care of drains such as Thoracentesis tubes (Pleural catheters) and Jackson Pratt drains
* Nephrostomy tubes
* End of life & Hospice care
* Electronic documentation (Point Click Care)

*QUALIFICATIONS:*

* Completed educational and testing requirements for licensure
* Currently, LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) licensed
* New graduate nurses welcome!

To apply, submit a Missouri Slope employment application at the front office or apply online at www.missourislope.com
*Application Deadline: Open until filled*
Missouri Slope is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $36.90 per hour