LPN Wellness Nurse - Part Time 430pm-830pm EOW

Maplewood Senior Living • Orange, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Maplewood Senior Living is seeking an LPN Wellness Nurse to join their team. This is a part-time position with shifts from 4:30 PM to 8:30 PM every other weekend. Maplewood provides a luxury, home-like environment for residents and offers employees the chance to make a significant difference in the lives of seniors. The role involves supervising the Resident Services Department, assisting with the medication program, maintaining positive relationships with residents and families, and supporting resident assessments and service plans.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse currently licensed to practice in the appropriate state(s).
• Basic first aid and CPR certification.
• Two years full time or full time equivalent clinical experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in assisted living or long term care setting preferred.
• Experience and/or special interest working with seniors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Resident Services Department associates, including C.N.A.’s (Resident Services Assistants).
• Assist in supervising the medication program and assist the residents with self-administration of medication.
• Maintain positive relations with residents, families and physicians.
• Report any significant incidents and/or changes in the residents needs to the Executive Director/Resident Services Director.
• Support the completion of resident assessments and service plans.
• Assist with clinical assessments/recertification’s per ALSA requirements.
• Support Resident Services Director in hiring for and managing performance within the department.
• Assist in the training and participate in orientation of new associates.
• Attend and participate in scheduled in-service programs, training programs and associate meetings.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing of Resident Services Assistants as needed.
• Providing coaching and mentoring to Resident Services Department associates as needed.
• Support residents and families as needed to ensure high level of customer satisfaction.
• Assist with supervision of RSA staff during provision of care.
• May perform other duties as assigned.
• Follows emergency procedures.
• Understands safety practices and procedures.
• Communicates effectively with supervisor and other staff.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with residents, their families, peers and other staff members
• Encourages positive work environment.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Flexible shifts
• Growth opportunities
• Bonus & incentive programs
• Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree