LPN - Temporary Part-time (No benefits) - 525282
The University of Alabama

Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $19.33 - Midpoint: $24.18 (Hourly N5)

Department/Organization: 508111 - Capstone Village Assisted Living

Normal Work Schedule: Varies

Job Summary: The LPN facilitates quality patient care within the scope of licensure.

Additional Department Summary: The LPN provides direct nursing care to residents and delegates and supervises the care provided by resident assistants. Administers medications, performs treatments and procedures, obtains specimens as needed, and completes documentation as required.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Alabama in good standing.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen.

Must complete health screening after offer of employment has been made.

Skills and Knowledge: Knowledge of the Alabama Department of Public Health Rules & Regulations for Assisted Living and Specialty Care Assisted Living Facilities. Knowledge of DETA Care and Dementia in the elderly. Knowledge of the DTA Brain Series. The Pharmacological Management of Dementia, and the Dementia Assessment Series provided by the Dementia Education and Training Act Program, or equivalent training approved by the State Health Officer. Must be able to read regulations and write clearly. Must be able to communicate in courteous and friendly manner. Ability to effectively manage and direct subordinates.

Preferred Qualifications: Two years of experience working as a Licensed Practical Nurse, including experience and awareness of the needs of Geriatric Residents.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster