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ICONMA, LLC LPN Post Acute LTC - (DYP) in United States
Our Client, a Healthcare Company, is looking for LPN Post Acute LTC - (DYP) for their Lewiston, ME location Responsibilities:
The RN and LPN partners with our residents and other care providers to create a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment by providing direct and indirect care.
Key aspects of this unit are the use of both verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, understanding the difficult behaviors that are sometimes associated with residents that have Alzheimer's/Dementia, as well as understanding that these behaviors can be valid communications.
It provides needed care to those residents needing long term placement in a home-like environment.
Nursing services often include IV therapy, wound care and geriatric assessment and management.
Requirements
Associates in Nursing or Graduate of Maine State Board approved LPN course
Need valid State of
Maine or compact Licensed Practical Nurse license
1-3 years previous RN / LPN experience preferred
Medical terminology preferred
Strong teamwork and communication skills required.
The ability to work well within a team of other care providers
Flexibility required to coverage 24 hours/day, 7 days per week
Flexibility to float to other units as needed
An equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed above may be substituted for the above education and experience requirements.
Minimum Years of Experience: 2
Certifications/Requirements: BLS/BCLS
Why Should You Apply?
Health Benefits
Referral Program
Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.