Licensed Practical Nurse--FT 12 Hour Nights

Harmony Senior Services•Bellevue, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides quality nursing care and services to residents respectfully and with dignity. The LPN coordinates the physical, social, and emotional aspects of assisted living care in accordance with physician orders and resident choices. This includes managing medications, assessing resident needs and changes in condition, supporting resident wellness and safety, communicating with physicians and the healthcare team, and maintaining accurate documentation. The LPN collaborates with staff, assists with meals and community activities, responds to emergencies, and supports CNA/RMA staff. The role requires an 8–16-hour flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays, as well as attendance at required trainings, continuing education, and staff meetings.

Requirements

Current LPN license in good standing with the Board of Nursing in the state where the community is located.
Experience working with the senior population; assisted living or long-term care experience preferred.
Ability to work well with others as a team player and experience supervising staff.
Critical-thinking skills and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Efficient time-management skills and strong organizational skills.
Good physical condition and ability to sit, stand, bend, kneel, walk, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Willingness to work an 8–16-hour flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays.
Must attend required trainings, CEUs, and staff meetings.
Must be certified or willing to take and pass the certification class required by the state of employment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in assisted living or long-term care.

Responsibilities

Execute the medication management plan, review documentation, observe its effectiveness, and communicate with the physician when changes are needed or outcomes are inappropriate.
Continuously assess resident needs and update appropriate individuals about care, services, and changes in condition.
Implement and document measures to support resident wellness and safety.
Work as part of a team to meet resident needs and respond to emergencies promptly and competently.
Report incidents and changes in resident condition to the Healthcare Director and document them appropriately.
Participate in activities, including community events.
Assist with meal delivery in the dining room, monitor residents’ diet acceptance, and help ensure adequate nutrition.
Maintain high standards of resident and staff record keeping and documentation.
Identify resident risk factors and initiate and document appropriate interventions.
Provide resident status reports to the oncoming nursing team at each shift change and in the Daily Log.
Provide motivation and direction to CNA/RMA staff.
Attend required trainings, CEUs, and staff meetings.
Follow policies and procedures and use proper body mechanics and safe resident-transfer techniques.
Follow attendance policies and report to work on time, prepared to begin duties.
Complete other assigned duties.