Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Longview, Premier Assisted Living - $2,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Christian Health Care Center•Wyckoff, NJ

7d•$32 - $41

About The Position

We have had the privilege of caring for those in need for more than a century. Founded on the belief that everyone has the right to exceptional care, today we continue to provide quality care and services for our many residents, patients, and clients. Caring is not simply what we do, it is who we are. Across our twelve campuses, eleven communities, six service offerings, and hospital, we are ultimately one unified team. Together, we nurture a compassionate, collaborative culture that enables continuous improvement and allows our team members to learn, grow, and shine in their careers. Surround yourself with people who care about making a difference – come join us! We have an exciting opportunity for a part-time, Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in Longview, Christian Health’s North Jersey’s premier assisted living residence. The LPN is responsible for providing direct nursing care to the residents and to supervise the day-to-day activities of the PCAs. Such supervision must be in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards, Assisted Living guidelines and regulations that govern the facility and as may be required by the Wellness nurse to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. Demonstrates an understanding of , and embraces, the mission statement of Christian Health.

Requirements

Must have a valid LPN licensure in the State of New Jersey.
Demonstrates compliance with the CH ASPIRE Standards of Performance.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year experience preferred.
Previous experience with geriatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensures that department personnel, residents and visitors follow department established policies and procedures at all times.
Creates/maintains atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the unit/shift.
Provides leadership, direction, support to nursing personnel assigned to unit/shift.
Demonstrates an understanding of Assisted Living principles including resident choice, privacy, independence, dignity in all interactions with resident.
Makes rounds to observe/assist residents and transfers relevant information to Wellness RN.
Demonstrates an understanding of the aging process, cognitive impairments, Alzheimer's disease and other dementias.
Provides/receives verbal and written report at change of shift.
Responsible for daily resident care assignments.
Completes Assignment Sheet Tasks consistently and on time.
Provides/submits data related to Continuous Quality improvement projects as scheduled.
Attends/participates in educational seminars, in-services as scheduled.
Makes MD appointment. Makes appointment for residents medical test (Includes pacemaker, X-rays, podiatry, psych consult). Communicates results with MD.
Documents all accidents/incidents following facility policy and reports accurately and in a timely manner.
Participates in orientation of new residents/family members to facility.
Maintains resident records as required by facility policy.
Assists with securing staff coverage when needed.
Interacts with restorative/rehabilitative programs to include self-help and care.
Works with facility consultants and implements changes authorized by Wellness RN.
Maintains list of current labs as ordered by MD and schedules on calendar when needed. Communicates/faxes results to appropriate MD's
Administers services as directed by Wellness RN.
Oversees that each resident in Longview are scheduled for annual physicals and/or re-certifications.
Works with full time LV nurse to: Set up physicals for the Doctor's residents. Schedules lab work for residents receiving a physical. Mails out letters to resident who have MD's outside of facility. Follows up with family to set up an appointment. Verifies physical and recert papers have been returned and are on chart.