Licensed Practical Nurse- Skilled Nursing

Benchmark Senior Living•Norwalk, CT

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Meadow Ridge is a premier life care retirement community in Fairfield County, Connecticut, offering Independent and Assisted Living apartment homes, as well as Ridge Crest, a skilled Health Center. Ridge Crest is a 5-star Medicare rated short- and long-term nursing center, recognized as a Center of Excellence in Wound Management. The community is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver nursing care to residents in a warm, comfortable, and home-like environment, joining a team dedicated to building community and fostering long-lasting relationships.

Requirements

Current state license as an LPN and CPR certification
Graduate of an approved LPN program (per state requirements)

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 to 2 years of experience working as a nurse
Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or volunteer position is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents residents’ status.
Observes and reports any significant changes in resident behavior and health to the Resident Care Director, physician, family, RCAs, and Executive Director per state regulations.
Direct and supervise the daily work assignments of the Resident Care Assistants.
Closely mentors, guides, and direct the Lead Resident Care Assistants in all aspects of their job.
Coordinates care needs with community providers via an effective case management process.
Effectively balance service demands with supporting resident independence.
Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse, neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to appropriate sources per state regulations.
Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system and knows when to call for backup.