Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Saint Dominic Villa

St. Dominic Villa, an Illuminus Community, is located among the rolling hills of the picturesque driftless region in southwest Wisconsin, just south of Platteville and a short 10-minute drive from Dubuque, Iowa. Open to all, St. Dominic Villa offers long-term skilled nursing care and short-term rehab to older adults and is a truly peaceful place to live and work.

We are looking for compassionate and kindhearted healthcare professionals to join our team and grow their career.

• Hiring bonus available for full and part-time openings
• Shift Differential Available for PM and NOC shifts
• Full-time, part-time and casual openings available
• Schedules: AM, PM and NOC shifts available. All shifts require every other weekend and a holiday rotation.

Responsibilities

1. Taking and monitoring patient vital signs.
2. Assisting patients with eating, dressing, and bathing.
3. Administering medication.
4. Communicating changes in patient behavior or health status to Nurses, Physicians, and family members.
5. Maintaining accurate patient records.
6. Collecting specimen samples when needed.
7. Taking an active part in patient care planning.
8. Overseeing Certified Nursing Assistants, Service Aides and Medication Technicians Training.
9. Preparing patients for transfers or discharge.
10. Assisting in medical procedures.
11. Maintains and actively promotes effective communication with residents/patients/clients and family members / personal representatives.
12. Responsible for maintaining a positive image of the entity in the community keeping in alignment with our mission, vision, and values.
13. Attend training sessions, staff meetings and in-services.
14. Read and adhere to resident rights agreement and report any violations immediately.
15. Treat residents, families and other staff with dignity and respect.
16. Performs other similar duties, as needed.

1. Licensed Practical Nurse Required, Compact Licensure or willingness to obtain reciprocity in the state of Wisconsin.
2. New Graduate LPNs welcome to apply.
3. Experience Preferred: Long Term Care, Nursing Home, Rehab or Assisted Living Background.
4. Commitment to quality programs and services for the residents/patients/clients.
5. Excellent communications and human relation skills.
6. Ability to relate well to the residents/patients/clients, family members / personal representatives.
7. Ability to maintain and protect the confidentiality of information.
8. Ability to exercise independent judgment and make sound decisions and exhibit flexibility when needed.
9. Ability to hear communication and communicate verbally, visually and in writing with staff and residents.
10. Tolerant of interruptions and flexible when changes occur - may be subjected to verbal or physical outbursts from residents.

If you are looking to build a connection with those you serve and enjoy being part of a team of health care professionals committed to helping individuals live long and well, St. Dominic Villa has the perfect opportunity to fulfill these desires and we'd love to meet you. Apply today or visit our website for more information.

Benefits

• Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Educational Advancement/Training Opportunities (Wound care, IV administration etc., provided by our Illuminus Institute or Other External Qualifying Educational institution)
• Paid Time off and Sick time acquired from day one of hire.
• Rotating Holiday Schedule (Recognizes 6 federal holidays, Rotates Yearly)

Shift Availability

• AM (6am- 2pm)
• PM (2pm -10pm)
• NOC (10pm-6am)

Illuminus owns and manages a multitude of senior living communities. We make lives better for older adults. It’s at the heart of who we are. Through proven strategies, smart stewardship, and collaborative leadership, we help each organization grow and succeed in its own way to brighten the lives of others. Since 1969, we have been dedicated to serving the needs of older adults. We’ve created a caring, nurturing, faith-based community where everyone is welcome. We believe that no matter our situation, we are all the same. We are here to live with love.