Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Full Time

Williamsburg Landing Inc•Williamsburg, VA

13d•$30 - $41

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs nursing care under the direction and supervision of the respective department Director/Manager and/or Shift Supervisor. The LPN oversees CNAs on the unit, directs emergency response when necessary, and assists providers as requested. As the licensed professional on the unit, the LPN ensures documentation is timely and accurate, medications are dispensed as written, and errors are promptly reported and addressed. The role includes planning and providing resident care, monitoring resident conditions, maintaining medical records, communicating with providers and families as permitted, and responding to emergencies and resident needs. The LPN also supports staff training and development, unit operations, infection control, and continuous performance improvement. Williamsburg Landing is a non-profit, independent community offering a vibrant lifestyle for residents.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Ability to read and write effectively in English and communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Comprehensive knowledge of nursing procedures, theory, and practice, with emphasis on current trends in gerontological nursing.
Ability to work effectively as a team member and support CNA development.
Sound professional judgment and ability to respond appropriately in an emergency.
Ability to lift and carry at least 50 pounds; stand and walk for the entire shift; and safely lift and transfer residents.
Obtain CDP certification within the first year of hire and maintain current CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

Two years of nursing experience in long-term care, acute care, and/or an assisted living setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Supervise, assign, and monitor CNA work; conduct rounds to ensure quality nursing care; provide backup support and take corrective action when necessary.
Train clinical staff in accepted work methods, inform management of further training needs, and provide input for nursing assistants’ performance evaluations and discipline.
Comply with and enforce department and company policies and procedures, including standards for conduct, attendance, dress, and safety.
Assist with resolving staffing needs and emergency staffing problems.
Maintain positive, professional relationships with residents, guests, and employees, and monitor staff interactions.
Assist with nursing care planning; monitor resident medical records for accuracy and timely updates; assist with chart audits and 24-hour chart checks; complete required electronic medical record tasks.
Perform nursing procedures, including medication administration, prescription ordering, and ordered treatments.
Participate in shift handoffs, communicate significant resident changes, and ensure shift responsibilities are completed.
Keep providers and clinical leaders informed of changes in resident conditions, vital signs, symptoms, or other developments; report signs of illness, skin breakdown, or deteriorating physical, emotional, or mental health.
Assist with resident evaluations and individualized care plans and attend resident review team meetings as needed.
Communicate with providers and family members as requested and within federal and state regulations.
Respond to resident needs, emergencies, medication needs, and activities of daily living.
Protect and reassure residents and immediately report allegations or observations of potential abuse or neglect to management.
Answer the care base telephone promptly or delegate the task.
Keep the work environment clean and tidy and ensure team members follow infection control protocols.
Maintain adequate unit supplies and equipment and record items to be ordered.
Evaluate work processes and methods and recommend performance improvements.
Maintain professional development, meet mandated standards, and attend required training and education.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Complete daily skilled notes when appropriate and maintain and update resident medical records as necessary.
Round on assigned residents at least twice per shift and make rounds with outgoing and incoming nurses to discuss residents and changes.
When the Director/Manager or Supervisor is absent on weekend or evening/night shifts, respond to employee incidents or injuries by triaging or providing first aid and investigating and documenting events; promptly report staff injuries to the DON/Supervisor and Talent Management.