LPN The Reserve at East Longmeadow

LCB Senior Living•East Longmeadow, MA

21h•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring part-time LPNs at The Reserve at East Longmeadow. The LPN will be an active member of the Resident Care Team and assist the Resident Care Director with the management of the community. This role includes direct supervision of Resident Care Associates, monitoring residents' health needs, covering staffing as needed, and assisting with on-call duties. The Wellness Nurse will also follow up on family issues as directed by the Resident Care Director.

Requirements

Current RN or LPN License in the state you are employed.
A high school diploma and graduation from an accredited Nursing Program.
At least two years of experience in a geriatric setting.
Previous health experience in hospital and/or community setting.
Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing.
May require lifting, bending and standing for extended periods of time.

Nice To Haves

Possibility for tuition reimbursement

Responsibilities

Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living.
Represent and interact positively with potential residents, family members and professionals to grow community occupancy.
Assist with the evaluation of resident needs and the development and revision of service plans.
Direct and supervise the daily work assignments of resident care associates.
Evaluate residents issues and medical concerns and discuss with the ED, family and MD as appropriate.
Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with all departments.
Monitor resident care assistants compliance with infection control/sharps disposal program.
Participate in community marketing efforts.
Participate in the direct care of residents on an as needed basis.
Provide support to resident care associates regarding assignment questions or concerns as well as emergency situations.
Ensure that all required staffing and schedules are met at all times, including backup coverage.
Ensure completion and review of incident/accident reports and implement changes to minimize future issues.
Ensure proper communication with LCB Senior Living and state compliance reporting.
Assist the Resident Care Director with all documentation required by LCB Senior Living or State Requirements.
Administer topical and oral medications as well as ear and eye drops, and injectables where allowed by regulation, with written physicians orders.
Other duties as requested.