Licensed Practical Nurse

Responsibilities

• Follow individual service plans and administer or supervise prescribed treatments
• Administer intramuscular and sub-cutaneous injections and perform in-house testing
• Take and record vital signs and document changes in resident status
• Prepare and administer prescribed medications and order refills
• Chart shift activities in accordance with facility policy and state guidelines
• Supervise residents with medication self-administration and dietary intake
• Provide assistance with activities of daily living including bathing, grooming, and dressing
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to community policies

Requirements

• Valid LVN (LPN) or RN license
• High School Diploma or GED
• 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 (reading, writing, and speaking)

About the Company

KARE is a platform designed to transform caregivers into superheroes by allowing them to control their own schedules. We connect licensed nurses and caregivers with hundreds of Senior Housing and Post Acute Facilities, offering flexible shifts with no minimums and fast pay options.