Assisted Living Nurse - LVN

Clearwater Mayo Blvd•Phoenix, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Clearwater Mayo Blvd, a luxury senior living community in Phoenix, Arizona, is seeking an Assisted Living Nurse - LVN to provide nursing services to residents on Saturdays and Sundays. The nurse administers care in accordance with each resident’s individual plan of care and physician’s orders, under the direction and supervision of the Health Services Director. The role also supports daily departmental operations, supervises assigned Medication Technicians and Caregivers, and contributes to staff training and quality improvement.

Requirements

One to two years of experience in senior living, healthcare, or a related industry.
Completion of required specialized nursing coursework for certification, or certification as an RN, LPN, or LVN, is highly desirable.
Two to three years of supervisory experience, including training and supervising staff.
First Aid/CPR/BLS certification required.
Required background clearances as established by government regulations.
Must meet health requirements, including TB screening.
Must be willing to work weekends.

Responsibilities

Supervise departmental operations day to day under the guidance of the Assisted Living Director.
Supervise assigned Medication Technicians and Caregivers to maintain and provide appropriate care.
Report supervisory or performance concerns to the Assisted Living Director or designee.
Assess residents’ physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs.
Communicate, identify, report, and document problems, adverse reactions, and possible complications related to resident care.
Demonstrate knowledge of emergency procedures, respond appropriately, and report life-threatening situations with an appropriate response.
Identify and recommend other disciplines needed to provide quality resident care.
Document evaluations of nursing interventions, including resident responses.
Assess resident and staff knowledge of disease processes, treatment regimens, and medication administration, and assist with care plans.
Provide resident care under the direction of the Assisted Living Director and in accordance with current nursing standards.
Assist with the medication management program.
Report allegations of resident abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of resident property to a supervisor.
Participate in the Health Services performance improvement process.
Present required new-hire training and ongoing skills training for associates and maintain appropriate documentation.