LPN The Residence at Cedar Dell

LCB Senior Living•Dartmouth, MA

9d•$34 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring an LPN at The Residence at Cedar Dell in Dartmouth, Massachusetts. This per diem role 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 Wellness Nurse 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, supports direct resident care as needed, administers medications within applicable orders and regulations, and assists with required documentation and incident follow-up. The role also supports teamwork, community marketing and occupancy growth, compliance, infection control, and staffing coverage. The listed wage is $33.50–$36.50 per hour, based on years of experience.

Requirements

Current RN or LPN license in the state of employment.
High school diploma and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
At least two years of experience in a geriatric setting.
Previous healthcare experience in a hospital and/or community setting.
Knowledge and skills necessary to assist with planning for the Resident Care Department in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local standards and to maintain quality care.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing.
Good physical and mental health; finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment; and visual and auditory acuity.
Ability to lift at least 15 pounds and carry objects; push and pull carts; walk, sit, and stand continuously; and turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below the waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks require.
Ability to use good body mechanics and maintain a neat, well-groomed appearance and positive attitude toward the service provided.

Responsibilities

Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, coworkers, and the surrounding community.
Support community occupancy growth by interacting positively with potential residents, family members, and professionals.
Assist with evaluating resident needs and developing or revising service plans in accordance with state regulations.
Apply an understanding of aging-related pathophysiological and psychosocial changes 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 cooperate with other departments to address problems and improve services.
Monitor Resident Care Associates’ compliance with infection-control and sharps-disposal practices.
Participate in community marketing efforts.
Provide direct resident care as needed.
Support Resident Care Associates with assignment questions, concerns, and emergencies.
Ensure required staffing and schedules, including backup coverage, are maintained as applicable.
Ensure incident and accident reports are completed and reviewed, and route changes through appropriate channels to help prevent future issues.
Ensure appropriate communication with LCB Senior Living and complete 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 permitted, in accordance with written physician orders and applicable regulations.
Perform other duties as requested.
Follow up on family issues as directed by the Resident Care Director.
Assist with Resident Care Director on-call duties and cover resident care staffing as needed.