Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Wellness Nurse

All American Assisted Living at Washington Township•Sewell, WV

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our Wellness team and make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of older adults. In this role, you will provide compassionate, resident-centered nursing support in an assisted living and memory care environment. You will administer medications and treatments, monitor residents for changes in condition, maintain accurate documentation, and work closely with residents, families, providers, pharmacies, and community team members. We are looking for an LPN who combines strong clinical skills with patience, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to resident well-being.

Requirements

Current and valid New Jersey LPN license
License must be active and in good standing
Knowledge of practical nursing standards, medication administration, infection prevention, and resident safety
Strong observation and resident-monitoring skills
Ability to recognize, document, and report changes in resident condition
Ability to work under RN direction and seek guidance when nursing assessment or independent nursing judgment is required
Strong documentation, organization, and time-management skills
Comfortable using electronic health records or resident-care documentation systems
Ability to communicate professionally and compassionately with residents, families, providers, pharmacies, and coworkers
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, verbally and in writing, as required to understand provider orders, document nursing services, administer medications safely, report changes in condition, and respond during emergencies
Ability to provide appropriate direction and support to resident-care staff
Ability to work independently within the assigned role while recognizing when a concern must be escalated
Current CPR or Basic Life Support certification, if required by the community
Dependable attendance and punctuality
Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and remain active throughout the workday
Ability to safely lift, transfer, push, or pull up to (physical requirement) pounds with assistance or available equipment
Ability to successfully complete required background checks, health screenings, and employment requirements
Must maintain an active New Jersey LPN license throughout employment

Nice To Haves

Previous assisted living, memory care, long-term care, home care, or senior-care nursing experience is preferred
Previous experience working with older adults is preferred

Responsibilities

Administer medications and treatments according to provider orders, RN direction, applicable nursing standards, and community procedures
Monitor residents for changes in physical condition, cognition, behavior, mood, appetite, mobility, and daily functioning
Obtain and document vital signs and other assigned resident health information
Provide direct nursing care and resident support within the New Jersey LPN scope of practice
Collect, document, and communicate resident information to the supervising RN or appropriate nursing leader
Promptly report significant changes in resident condition
Carry out nursing interventions and treatments established by the RN or provider
Participate in resident assessments and service-plan reviews under RN direction
Assist with implementing and maintaining individualized resident service plans
Receive, review, and carry out provider orders within the LPN’s scope of practice and community procedures
Coordinate medication refills and communicate with pharmacies and providers
Maintain accurate electronic and written documentation of medications, treatments, observations, incidents, and nursing services
Perform medication-cart, treatment-record, and documentation audits as assigned
Support resident admissions, hospital returns, transitions, and changes in condition
Provide resident and family education within the LPN’s training, competency, and scope of practice
Promote hydration, nutrition, infection prevention, medication safety, fall prevention, and overall wellness
Respond promptly to resident emergencies and urgent needs
Communicate with families and providers regarding resident needs and changes as directed
Participate in resident-care meetings and Wellness team communication
Provide day-to-day guidance and support to resident-care team members
Reinforce resident service plans, care instructions, and community procedures
Assist with staff training, competency reviews, audits, and in-service education
Maintain resident privacy, dignity, rights, and confidentiality
Complete additional nursing and Wellness duties within the LPN’s lawful scope of practice
All nursing services must be performed within the New Jersey LPN scope of practice
Initial nursing assessments and responsibilities requiring independent professional nursing judgment must be completed by a Registered Nurse
The LPN may collect resident information, contribute to care planning, implement assigned nursing interventions, and report resident outcomes under RN direction
The LPN may not independently establish nursing diagnoses or perform responsibilities reserved for an RN
Nursing duties must be consistent with the resident’s condition, the LPN’s education and competency, RN direction, provider orders, and community procedures
Delegation of nursing tasks to unlicensed resident-care staff must be completed by the RN when required under applicable New Jersey standards
The LPN may provide direction, observation, reinforcement, and follow-up for assigned resident-care duties
Significant changes, complex conditions, or duties outside the LPN’s scope must be promptly escalated to the supervising RN, provider, or emergency services
Medication administration and documentation must comply with provider orders, applicable New Jersey requirements, and community procedures