Job description

Are you an Assisted Living Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) looking to pick up a few extra shifts in the Chicago Area?

Are you interested in picking up flexible shifts quickly and conveniently through your smartphone? NurseDash puts the power of flexibility in your hand to browse for available LPN nursing shifts and only apply for shifts that work for your schedule. In addition, there is no minimum number of shifts required; once you are onboarded, pick the shifts that work for you. So, if you are interested in picking up part-time, flexible shifts, apply today to get started or download the NurseDash app for iOS or Android.

NurseDash Benefits

• Daily Pay Available
• Shift rate $40 - $50/hr
• Multiple bonus programs are available
• Get access to exclusive LPN shifts only available on NurseDash
• Multiple facilities around Chicago and surrounding areas
• Flexible scheduling
• Easy pay - weekly direct deposit

LPN Responsibilities and Duties

• Administration of medications
• Documentation of medication administration
• Providing resident care by federal, state, and local standards
• Facilitate Care Plans as dictated by residents' medical professionals
• At times manage the activities of individual caregivers
• Promote the highest degree of quality care and services to our residents by the community policies
• Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
• Respects residents' confidentiality.
• Is familiar with emergency equipment and procedures.
• Attends all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
• Strives to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Maintains a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures of the Community.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

• LPN or state-specific licensed nurse credential
• In states where appropriate, must maintain certifications
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Have a smartphone
• Previous experience working with seniors preferred and desire to serve and care for seniors
• Ability to make choices, decisions and act in the resident's best interest
• Ability to react and remain calm in difficult situations
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication and level of understanding
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Minimum of six (6) months experience working with seniors in assisted living, home health, independent living, hospital or long-term care environment and desire to serve and care for seniors
• Decision-making abilities and acting in the resident's best interest, ability to react and remain calm in difficult situations, and possess written and verbal skills for effective communication and level of understanding

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract, Temporary, Travel nursing

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Extended hours

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Work Location: On the road

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