Per Diem LPN Wellness Nurse

Monarch Communities•Southbury, CT

1d•$34 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The LPN Wellness Nurse is a per diem position available in Assisted Living and/or Memory Care at an exclusive senior living community in Southbury, Connecticut. The role supports resident wellness by supervising care staff, monitoring residents’ health and safety, helping train and monitor medication administration, and maintaining clinical quality assurance in accordance with applicable standards and community policies. The nurse promotes the company’s mission and participates in scheduled in-service training.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing and a current license.
Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations and of nursing practices, techniques, and methods applied to resident health and wellness.
Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), and ability to learn new applications.
Ability to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds; intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents, using proper body mechanics.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, home health, or a hospital setting (preferred).
Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias.

Responsibilities

Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies.
Monitor the health, safety, and well-being of all residents.
Assist with training and monitoring medication administration.
Maintain clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.
Promote the highest degree of service to residents while leading and demonstrating the company’s mission.
Participate in and attend all scheduled in-service training.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as community policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.