Resident Care Licensed Practical Nurse - Personal Care Home - Full Time
Employer not yet confirmed · Towanda, Pennsylvania, United States · onsite
Schedule & Shift Details:
- Full‑Time
- 10pm - 6:30am Monday - Friday
- No Weekends
Perks of Being an LPN @ Guthrie:
- Up to $15,000 Sign‑On Bonus for qualified LPNs
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance — Begins the 1st of the month after hire
- Generous PTO Accrual — Start earning time off from Day 1
- Tuition Reimbursement — Up to $7,500 per year after 90 days
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with immediate company match
Employee Wellness Programs and caregiver support resources
Position Summary:
A member of the Personal Care Home team who is responsible in assisting in the overall care of the residents including staffing. Resident care encompasses any needs of a resident that meets admission criteria regardless of race, religion, age, or cultural background. Majority of services provided for elderly. Must be 21 years of age.
Education, License & Cert:
LPN PA License
Experience:
Two years’ experience in geriatrics/long term care preferred, business experience helpful. LPN license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Graduate of accredited course for LPN. Current CPR certification. Ability to read, write, understand written and oral communication. Must have verbal ability for teaching residents, family members, other staff, and public.
Essential Functions:
1. Compliance with rules and regulations of all federal, state, and local governments is a requirement of employment.
2. Maintains PCH regulatory compliance.
3. Monitors and assesses residents’ medical issues.
a. Communicates with resident, responsible party, and physician to address issue.
b. Maintains accurate documentation.
4. Monitors medication administration to assure regulatory compliance.
5. Completes resident assessments within assigned timeframe.
6. Supervises direct care staff.
a. Orientation of new employees.
b. Assists with competencies and performance appraisals.
c. Provides education as needed.
7. Assists with admissions and discharge of residents.
8. Directs daily meetings “huddles” to assure all resident needs are discussed and addressed.
9. Keeps informed of fire, safety, and disaster programs.
10. Serves as designated representative in Administrators absence.
Other Duties:
1. Other duties as assigned.