Licensed Vocational Nurse LVN

Enso Village • Healdsburg, CA

14h • $38 - $43

About The Position

The Role Enso Village is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team in providing high-quality care and wellness support for our residents across Memory Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living communities. The LVN will collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to promote holistic well-being, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold our commitment to resident-centered care. This position fosters a culture of contemplative care, promoting well-being, dignity, and compassion for older adults.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program.
• Current California State Board of Nursing license.
• First Aid/CPR certification and medication administration training required.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience in senior living, dementia care, or a healthcare setting.
• Strong leadership, team coordination, and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to stay calm and composed in challenging situations while managing multiple priorities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Deep understanding of dementia-related behaviors and compassionate caregiving approaches.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 35 pounds.
• Exposure to potential hazards, including disinfectants, infections, and bloodborne pathogens.
• Capability to push wheelchairs weighing between 50 and 250 pounds.
• All candidates must undergo a background check and drug testing as part of the hiring process to ensure the well-being of our team and guests.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with individuals living with dementia or memory-related conditions is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on assistance with mobility, daily living activities (bathing, grooming, eating), and emotional support.
• Ensures compliance with all aspects of the medication management process across all levels of care, including administration, documentation within the health record, recordkeeping, ordering, and required reporting requirements.
• Regularly review and update care plans to align with residents' evolving needs.
• In the absence of the Health and Wellbeing Director, develop and implement interim service plans as care needs arise.
• Coordinate resident appointments and transportation as needed.
• Maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and physicians.
• Act as a liaison between the care team and leadership, ensuring seamless communication.
• Regularly review and update care plans as needed, ensuring that care companions and other team members are informed of any modifications or adjustments.
• Perform household or unit-related tasks as needed.
• Take on other duties as assigned to support residents and team operations.
• Manage documentation and care records using MatrixCare (Electronic Health Record).
• Ensure compliance with medication management protocols, including administration, record-keeping, and reporting.
• Monitor resident alert status and document updates in the EHR.
• Implement quality-of-care standards, infection control measures, and emergency response protocols.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment, identifying potential hazards and recommending improvements.
• Organize and oversee the daily activities of the care companion team in the absence of the Health and Wellbeing Director.
• Ensure care companions and other team members remain informed of any modifications to care plans.
• Assist with training and mentoring care companions, reinforcing Enso Village’s contemplative care approach.
• Supervise team performance in the absence of the Health and Wellbeing Director, ensuring reliability and adherence to care standards.
• Fosters a culture of contemplative care, promoting well-being, dignity, and compassion for older adults.
• Actively participate in team meetings, education sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Promote a compassionate, resident-centered approach to care.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of care policies, procedures, and training programs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage available starting on your first day of employment.
• Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• 403(b) plan with a generous employer match to help you plan for the future.
• Paid annual vacation, sick days, personal days, and holidays.
• Subsidized organic, nutritious meals available daily.
• Opportunities for ongoing career growth and development within the organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed