Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Luther Crest - PRN

Lutheran Senior Services•Crest, CA

5d•$24 - $38

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse performs nursing functions within the scope of practice and provides and/or coordinates care and services to meet residents’ physical, psychosocial, and functional care needs. The position works with residents and an interdisciplinary care team, administers medications and treatments, documents care in the electronic medical record, and helps maintain a safe environment. The role may include directing certified staff and supporting investigations of staff or resident incidents and accidents. This position is PRN and is scheduled every weekend from 11:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. The employee may need to work beyond normal hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. The work area is well-lit and ventilated with its own temperature control system. The role may involve emotionally upset residents or family members and exposure to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, infectious waste, and diseases or conditions. Appropriate ergonomic and personal safety equipment is provided as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

Requirements

LPN licensure in the state of practice.
CPR certification.
Ability to lift 30 pounds and push or pull 50 pounds.
Ability to perform the stated physical duties, including standing, walking, handling objects or controls, sitting, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and occasionally climbing or balancing.
Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Specialized training or experience in gerontological nursing.
IV certification, for initiating IV therapy.

Responsibilities

Practice nursing within the scope of licensure and in accordance with the state Nurse Practice Act, applicable state and federal regulations, and EverTrue policies and procedures; maintain an active license.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to define individualized resident care plans, work with nursing leadership on regulatory compliance, and promote staff learning through teaching and role modeling professional nursing practices.
Pass medications and/or oversee medication ordering and administration; administer medications and treatments and monitor ordered IV fluids, supplemental nourishments, and medications.
Initiate IV therapy when IV-certified.
Maintain knowledge of observation, assessment, and documentation processes applicable to the level of licensure, including care and service plans and the MDS as applicable.
Use the electronic medical record to complete clinical documentation in accordance with policies and procedures.
Observe resident status, coordinate with other resident services to support continuity of care, and maintain detailed, timely, and accurate medical records and reports.
Assess potential hazards and implement practices to maintain a safe, comfortable, and functional environment.
Oversee and direct certified staff and others as assigned to ensure EverTrue standards of care and services are met.
Report and support investigations of staff or resident incidents and accidents in accordance with state and federal regulations.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back.
Retirement savings benefits with employer match contribution.
Education Financial Assistance.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Wellness program.
Pay advances (PayActiv).
Caregiver support (TCARE).
Leaves of Absence.
Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot).
Commuter support.
Shift differentials: $2.00/hour for evenings, $1.50/hour for nights, and $1.50/hour for weekends in Illinois and Missouri; amounts may vary in other states.