Licensed Practical Nurse

Responsibilities

• Ensure individual service plans are followed and administer prescribed treatments
• Administer intramuscular and sub-cutaneous injections and perform in-house testing
• Take and record vital signs and document changes in resident status
• Handle preparation, administration, and ordering of prescribed medications
• Chart shifts in accordance with facility policy and state guidelines
• Supervise residents with medication self-administration and assist with activities of daily living
• Provide emotional and social support to residents
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to community policies

Requirements

• Valid LVN (LPN) or RN license
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of general nursing theory, infection control, and OSHA standards
• Familiarity with medical diagnoses, procedures, and medication side effects
• Ability to lift at least 51 lbs regularly
• Proficiency in operating computer-related tasks and software
• Fluency in English (read, write, speak, and understand)

About the Company

KARE is a platform designed to transform caregivers into superheroes by allowing them to control their own schedules. We connect licensed professionals with hundreds of Senior Housing and Post Acute Facilities, offering flexibility with no shift minimums and next-day pay options.