LPN

Hawley Senior Living•Hawley, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Hawley Senior Living is seeking to hire 1 Full time LPN to provide compassionate long-term care for our elderly assisted living residents. We are looking for great people to add to our growing community. Be part of a growing team of Home Health Aides! Under the direction of and in collaboration with the Clinical Nurse Supervisor (CNS), performs responsibilities exercising initiative, judgment, and independent decision-making within the scope of the State Nurse Practice Act, gerontological nursing, state & federal regulations. As a Licensed Practical Nurse, you will observe, gather, communicate, propose interventions, record data about resident conditions in a supervised, systematic approach to the care of residents and their families. The LPN services as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide an environment that enables each resident to reach their highest attainable state of well-being.

Requirements

LPN License with the State of Minnesota
Ability to pass a background check.
Reliable transportation.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job.
Must meet and maintain State requirements of an LPN.
Work effectively with general supervision, ability to organize and manage own workload in a busy environment.
Some independent actions are required.
Knowledge of resident care plans, and state home care regulations.
Ability to communicate well with residents and families promoting customer service and respect.
Must maintain a calm and warm working environment with co-workers.
Meet the physical job demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a long-term care setting is favored.
Experience working the long-term care setting favored.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate long-term care for elderly assisted living residents.
Provide medication reminders.
Assist with meals, light housekeeping, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing, errands, and appointments.
Provide companionship and socialization.
Support residents in visiting with friends, attending events, or working on hobbies.
Ensure residents are mentally stimulated, physically active, and well-nourished.
Encourage independence and promote family involvement.
Report any changes or concerns promptly.
Observe, gather, communicate, propose interventions, and record data about resident conditions.
Serve as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide an environment that enables each resident to reach their highest attainable state of well-being.
Report Vulnerable Adult issues to their director supervisor as necessary.
Visit with residents routinely regarding cares, activities, menus, likes and dislikes etc.
Offer resolution or a visit from the appropriate individual who may offer resolution to any dislikes or concerns and communicates those with direct supervisor.
Ensure any grievance is documented and reported to either the Assisted Living Manager or facility RN.
Incorporate customer-oriented approach into daily routine.
Maintain resident's confidentiality and respect according to HIPPA and Resident Rights.