Licensed Practical Nurse- LPN (Enhanced Services)

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay•Virginia Beach, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1982, Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay is a not-for-profit, faith-based Life Plan Community. Located along the southern shore of Chesapeake Bay, our scenic, resort-style campus is home to a vibrant community of residents and staff who share a passion for service, joy, and well-being. Our mission? Enriching lives through the power of purpose, belonging, and wellness. We live our values every day: Respect for every person, Passion for what we do, Professionalism in all we do. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides nursing and clinical intervention and medication administration for assigned residents on a nursing unit and ensures smooth operations of the unit for a designated shift. Administers medications for the unit(s) assigned in compliance with state regulations and pharmacy regulations. Familiarizes his/herself with each medication administered, observes and stays aware for resident response to the medications, knows the optimal time for the medication, and confers with the physician about the medication administration. Always model our core values of respect, passion, and professionalism, and hold others accountable for doing the same.

Requirements

Current LPN licensure in the state of Virginia (or compact state).
Current CPR certification.
Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.
Able to provide compassionate, respectful care in situations involving challenging resident behaviors.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working with an elderly population

Responsibilities

Perform blood glucose monitoring, inhalation treatments, and other physical prescribed medical treatments/diagnostic test.
Maintain medication and resident's records, responsible for electronic input of resident's data in EHR system.
Process medication refill requests, including required scans and faxes, in accordance with policy to ensure timely medication administration.
Communicate and coordinate care with residents and their families.
Inspect environment, identify environmental problems and initiate requests for correction of environmental problems.
Document incidents, accidents, and required records, completing reports and participating in investigations as needed.
Identify clinical and operational problems, and work with team to identify and implement solutions.
Review, transcribe and implement physician orders and communicate with resident's physicians as directed.
Implement, practice and assure staff adheres to infection control measures.
Lead Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) assisting with daily needs such as bathing and dressing.
Participate in the orientation of new employees.
Participate in continuing education programs to maintain competency and improve knowledge and skills.
Represent the community and nursing services in professional activities as assigned.
Support and participate in community and departmental quality assurance programs.
Ensure that unit practices are consistent with regulatory requirements
Maintain positive working relationships between nursing staff and other departments.
Perform all other duties as assigned