LPN Traditions of Dedham

LCB Senior Living•Dedham, MA

2d•$40 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring a part-time LPN at Traditions of Dedham in Dedham, Massachusetts. The LPN is an active member of the Resident Care Team and assists the Resident Care Director with community management. The role includes supervising Resident Care Associates, monitoring residents’ emerging health needs, providing coverage for resident care staffing as needed, and assisting with on-call duties. The LPN also follows up on family issues as directed by the Resident Care Director. The LPN helps evaluate residents’ needs and develop or revise service plans in accordance with state regulations, addresses resident issues and medical concerns, supports care associates, and participates in direct resident care when needed. With written physician orders, the LPN administers topical and oral medications, ear and eye drops, and injectables where permitted by regulation. The role also involves documentation, incident-report follow-up, staffing coverage, infection-control monitoring, and participation in community marketing and occupancy efforts. The position is part time, with listed schedules of 4 p.m.–8 p.m. or 8 a.m.–4 p.m. and rotating weekends required. The stated pay range is $40.00–$42.00 per hour, based on years of experience.

Requirements

High school diploma and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
At least two years of experience in a geriatric setting.
Previous health experience in a hospital and/or community setting.
Current RN or LPN license in the state of employment.
Professional knowledge and skills necessary to assist in planning for the Resident Care Department in accordance with current state, federal, and local standards and maintain quality care.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
Ability to perform tasks that may require lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

Responsibilities

Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, coworkers, and the surrounding community.
Represent the community positively and interact with prospective residents, family members, and professionals to support community occupancy.
Assist with evaluating resident needs and developing or revising service plans in accordance with state regulatory requirements.
Apply an understanding of the pathophysiological and psychosocial changes associated with aging and disabilities.
Direct and supervise Resident Care Associates’ daily work assignments.
Evaluate residents’ issues and medical concerns and discuss them with the Executive Director, family, and physician as appropriate.
Encourage teamwork and cooperation across departments to address problem areas and improve services.
Monitor Resident Care Associates’ compliance with infection-control and sharps-disposal programs.
Participate in community marketing efforts.
Provide direct resident care as needed.
Support Resident Care Associates with assignment questions, concerns, and emergency situations.
Ensure required staffing and schedules, including backup coverage, are maintained at all times.
Ensure incident and accident reports are completed and reviewed, and support changes through appropriate channels to minimize future issues.
Ensure appropriate communication with LCB Senior Living and state compliance reporting.
Assist the Resident Care Director with documentation required by LCB Senior Living or state requirements.
Administer topical and oral medications, ear and eye drops, and injectables where allowed by regulation, with written physician orders.
Assist the Resident Care Director with community management, monitoring emerging resident health needs, staffing coverage, on-call duties, and family follow-up as directed.
Perform other duties as requested.