Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Montgomery Gardens Assisted Living•Starkville, MS

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and supports resident wellness in an assisted living community. The nurse works with caregivers, community leadership, physicians, pharmacies, and other healthcare providers to deliver safe, compliant, resident-centered care in accordance with state regulations, facility policies, physician orders, and established best practices. With support from a Regional Nurse Consultant, the LPN helps foster a culture of caring, accountability, and excellence while building relationships with residents, families, and healthcare partners. The role also supports caregiving staff, contributes to assessments and care planning, monitors residents for changes in condition, and maintains accurate clinical documentation. The LPN promotes a safe, respectful, home-like environment and upholds Americare’s mission, vision, Home Town Hospitality philosophy, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved school of nursing.
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail.
Ability to work collaboratively with residents, families, caregivers, and healthcare partners.
Effective communication and teamwork skills.
Passion for senior care and resident advocacy.
Alignment with Americare’s mission, values, and culture.
Desire to contribute to a positive, caring community environment.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and assist with resident transfers as needed.
Ability to push, pull, and maneuver up to 100 lbs., including resident mobility assistance.
Ability to maneuver resident wheelchairs weighing up to 350 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care to residents in accordance with state regulations and facility policies.
Support and guide caregiving staff to help ensure consistent, high-quality care.
Assist with resident assessments, care planning, and ongoing monitoring of changes in condition.
Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
Maintain professional relationships with physicians, office staff, pharmacies, and other healthcare providers.
Collaborate with the Regional Nurse Consultant and community leadership to support clinical best practices.
Support orientation and training of care team members as needed.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Promote a safe, respectful, and home-like environment for residents.
Uphold Americare’s Mission, Vision, Home Town Hospitality philosophy, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. Values.
Assist with resident transfers and mobility as needed.