What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Wisconsin Veterans Home at Chippewa Falls?
Employment at the Veteran's Home in Chippewa Falls is handled by Dimensions Management of Chippewa Falls.
The Wisconsin Veterans Home in Chippewa Falls, is looking for Licensed Practical Nurses(LPN). What a great way to give back to those who gave so much!
Responsibilities
- Record a patient’s medical history accurately
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate etc.
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications etc.
- Monitor patients’ condition including fluid intake and output and compose patient charts
- Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing etc.
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas etc., clean and dress wounds and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Communicate with patients’ family or friends to provide advice, comfort and release instructions
- Great attendance is a must!
Why should you work at the Veterans Home?
- Competitive pay
- Generous benefit package for full time
- OT after working 8 hours
- Hours are NEVER cut due to low census
As a provider of quality senior housing and services, we are proud to align with healthcare’s best practices and our peers serving individuals throughout skilled nursing communities. By requiring* our team members be vaccinated against COVID-19, we are not only helping to end today’s pandemic, but we’re protecting those most vulnerable to devastating outcomes of this virus— older adults, the immunocompromised, and unvaccinated children.
*Declinations are reviewed and considered for those exempt due to religious beliefs, medical reasons, or relevant state laws and regulations. Please contact human resources for more information.