LPN - Assisted Living PRN/Registry

Cantata Adult Life Services•Brookfield, IL

48d•$34 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

Cantata Adult Life Services is seeking an LPN for PRN/registry work in its Woodlands Assisted Living community in Brookfield, Illinois. The role delivers resident care through assessment, planning, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. Responsibilities are directed by the Woodlands Assisted Living Manager, with clinical oversight by the Administrator, and must comply with Cantata policies and applicable standards and regulations. The LPN supports resident safety and well-being, administers medications and treatments, maintains accurate service plans and documentation, and coordinates care and communication with residents, families, staff, and external providers. The position also helps direct Resident Assistant and CNA staff, supports wellness and independence, and may act on behalf of the Woodlands Assisted Living Manager in their absence. Scheduling is based on operational need. Shifts listed are 6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.

Requirements

Current valid Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse certification in Illinois.
Current CPR certification.
Leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and direct other personnel.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with diverse groups of people.
Ability and willingness to motivate and lead individuals and groups with diverse needs and abilities.
Ability and willingness to work harmoniously within a team environment.
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies and personnel, and the general public.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to maintain good personnel relations and employee morale.
Aptitude for detail work.
Basic computer literacy and familiarity with electronic medical records, or willingness to learn the EMR system.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position and to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and sometimes hostile people.
Must meet the facility’s general health requirements.
Ability to push, pull, move, and/or lift at least 25 pounds.
Ability to sit, stand, bend, lift, walk, and climb stairs as needed to conduct nursing activities.
Able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Subject to callback during emergency conditions.

Responsibilities

Treat residents, coworkers, and community members with respect, integrity, and compassion.
Observe and assess residents, identify safety and care needs or changes, and communicate them to the clinical team, residents, and/or responsible parties.
Order and set up medications; supervise and monitor medication administration; and administer medications and treatments according to the service plan and schedule.
Review and update resident service plans as needed.
Hold Resident Assistant and CNA staff accountable for providing care according to resident service plans and needs.
Provide counsel and education to residents and their family support systems, as needed, and encourage independence through wellness and exercise programs.
Notify residents’ family members in cases of illness, emergency, or hospitalization, and keep the Woodlands Manager informed.
Complete required documentation and communication on time, including relevant documentation in the electronic medical record, and follow up as needed.
Communicate effectively with the Woodlands Manager, Resident Assistants, department managers, and other staff to ensure resident needs are met.
Coordinate shift-to-shift responsibilities and ensure communication logs, pagers, the Spectralink phone system, and emergency coverage systems are operational.
Ensure sufficient supplies and equipment are available for resident care.
Provide written and oral reports to physicians, pharmacists, therapists, and other service providers to support orders, care coordination, and follow-up on nursing observations; inform residents or their responsible parties about relevant changes.
Act on behalf of the Woodlands Assisted Living Manager in their absence.
Respond flexibly to changing situations.
Attend in-services, meetings, and educational training, and use forms and systems in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Safeguard sensitive resident, medical, and company information.
Assist with resident evacuation when necessary during emergency conditions.