LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse/RN

Dial Silvercrest Corp•Monument, CO

1d•$0 - $85,000

About The Position

This position administers routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations while also providing personal care services, assistance, and support. The role helps monitor residents’ health, safety, and well-being; documents medication administration and changes in residents’ condition; responds to emergencies; and supports residents with daily living needs and activities. The position also helps maintain a safe, pleasant, home-like environment and protects the confidentiality of resident, facility, and personnel information.

Requirements

Active LPN license in the state where working.
Experience in medication administration.
Basic First Aid training.
Experience working with older adults.
Knowledge of nursing standards of practice for older adults.
Knowledge of state and federal guidelines for assisted living.
Knowledge of HIPAA requirements.
Ability to organize and prioritize, with good attention to detail.
Knowledge of safe food-handling procedures.
Ability to promote teamwork in providing services to residents.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in senior living.
MC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer medications accurately and at the appropriate time according to physician instructions and each resident’s service plan.
Document medications administered and medications not given according to regulations, policies, and procedures.
Monitor residents’ health, safety, and well-being.
Document changes in residents’ functional status, personal needs, appointments, and vital signs.
Complete incident reports and documentation in residents’ records.
Respond to resident emergencies, provide first aid, and arrange appropriate medical attention and follow-up.
Report resident concerns to the Assistant Nursing Director or Director of Nursing.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene, and mobility.
Assist residents with oxygen and other medical needs outlined in their assistance plans.
Assist with resident laundry, daily bed making, and meal service as requested.
Identify needed supplies and report supply needs to the Director of Nursing.
Encourage resident socialization and promote and assist with activities as requested.
Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents.
Practice safety when working around equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils.
Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services.
Report on-the-job injuries to a supervisor before the end of the shift on the day they occur.
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information about residents, facility operations, and personnel.
Perform other duties as assigned.