Job Qualifications - Education from an accredited school of nursing that results in becoming a Licensed Practical Nurse - Current LPN license in the state you will be working - CPR and AED certification required, or willing to obtain within six months of employment - IV certification required, or willing to obtain within six months of employment - Long-term care experience preferred - Must be able to assess the basic nursing care needs of the geriatric resident - Must possess excellent communication skills to interact with residents, visitors and staff - Time management and organizational skills required - Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time - Ability to lift heavy objects using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary - Ability to transfer and move patients who vary with ability to assist weighing 200+lbs using proper lifting techniques and with assistance when necessary - Ability to push and pull equipment weighing in excess of 40lbs using proper techniques and with assistance when necessary - Manual dexterity, coordination and skillful use of hands when working with patients and equipment - Visual acuity with the ability to distinguish color - Ability to physically perform necessary documentation electronically and in writing *CB Category: LPN Implements necessary and appropriate nursing interventions relevant to the plan of care which includes nursing orders, physician orders, residents/families educational and environmental needs.