Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)

The Fairways At Naples•Naples, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Distinctive Living is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) for its Fairways at Naples community, working the 2:00 p.m.–10:00 p.m. shift. The LPN/LVN assesses the health status of new and existing residents and contributes to developing their care or service plans. Under the direction of the Director, Health and Wellness, the role communicates routinely with direct care staff, medication aides, nursing staff, the Director, Health and Wellness, and the Administrator regarding resident needs and regulatory compliance. The position also conducts audits and reviews clinical systems to help ensure compliance with state regulations and company policies. The LPN/LVN follows resident service plans, documents changes in condition, provides hands-on care and nursing tasks as needed, and supports staff training. The role assists with physician orders, reviews medication records and daily reports, and supports quality improvement and workplace safety activities. The position requires an LPN/LVN license, at least one year of nursing or caregiving experience, and at least six months of supervisory experience. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision benefits; paid time off; a 401(k) retirement plan; life insurance; and a Team Member Assistance Program.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
LPN/LVN licensure.
At least one year of experience as a nurse or caregiver; assisted living, home health, or memory care experience is preferred.
At least six months of experience in a supervisory role.
Ability to read physician orders and match them to residents’ Medication Administration Records.
Medical terminology knowledge adequate to pass medications and communicate with medical professionals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to communicate verbally in person and over the phone.

Nice To Haves

Experience in assisted living, home health, or memory care.
Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

Follow resident service plans in a friendly and supportive manner and document observed changes in condition in accordance with applicable rules, regulations, and policies.
Communicate resident needs to the Director, Health and Wellness as needed to support consistent, quality services.
Provide hands-on care and nursing tasks as required by resident care plans; review care plans to ensure they meet residents’ support needs and state requirements.
Provide clinical support and training to care staff in support of continuing education requirements.
Assist with transcribing physicians’ orders and reviewing new physicians’ orders.
Maintain certifications required by local and state licensing agencies, including in-service training, accreditations, coursework, and certifications.
Assist the community with compliance with the CQI Program and report issues that do not support quality services to the Executive Director.
Review Medication Administration Records (MARs) and the Daily Report to ensure appropriate clinical interventions are implemented and reviewed for residents on alert or with acuity changes; complete other CQI tasks as assigned.
Follow applicable local, state, and federal rules and regulations, including requirements for resident care and documentation, HIPAA, OHSA, and Blood Borne Pathogen Guidelines.
Work safely, support safe work practices, correct unsafe actions, and comply with Safety Committee Standards.
When required following workplace injuries, assist the Executive Director and Director, Health and Wellness with investigation, return to work, and communication with the injured worker’s care provider and Management Company.
Promote teamwork, take initiative to overcome obstacles, assist others beyond assigned responsibilities, and model professional behavior with residents, families, visitors, physicians, and community staff.
Perform other duties as assigned or needed.