Local Contract LPN / LVN - Long Term Care
Yuma, AZ
A-Line Staffing Solutions
4x12 hrs, Days

A-Line Staffing is now hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse – Veterans Facility. This will be full time.

If you are interested in Licensed Practical Nurse – Veterans Facility Opportunity, please contact Michelle at or .

• Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse – Veterans Facility
• Location: Yuma AZ 85365
• Shift: 36-48 hours per week 6:30am-6:00pm (12 hours shifts) -36 hours one week and 48 hours the next week
• Pay: $40.00 an hour paid weekly
• Benefits: available to full-time employees after 90 days of employment

Position Summary

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) you will be responsible for providing professional geriatric nursing care, treatment, and services to residents in a long-term care setting. Duties include overseeing and training subordinate staff, administering treatments and medications, monitoring resident conditions, and ensuring quality patient-centered care under the supervision of an RN or physician. When serving as charge nurse, oversees unit operations and supervises other LPNs and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as ordered by physicians and within scope of practice.
• Provide care involving oral, enteral, parenteral, and suppository medications.
• Perform treatments including wound care, tracheostomy care, catheter care, gastrostomy/jejunostomy care, and postural drainage.
• Observe, assess, and report resident conditions and responses to treatments and medications.
• Maintain adequate supplies and medications on assigned units.
• Communicate resident medical, functional, and social needs with interdisciplinary team members.
• Participate in shift reports and care coordination.
• Complete admission nursing assessments for newly admitted residents.
• Assist with Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, quarterly reviews, and individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate clinical and administrative documentation regarding resident care and progress.
• Supervise subordinate staff and assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, toileting, eating, hygiene, and mobility.
• Train and orient new employees and participate in staff development programs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, infection control programs, and QAPI processes.
• Utilize Arizona Management System (AMS) concepts and tools for process improvement and problem solving.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and interdisciplinary care planning.

Requirements

• Active LPN license in the State of Arizona