LPN The Residence at Bedford

LCB Senior Living • Bedford, MA

1d • $40 - $43 • Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring an LPN at The Residence at Bedford in Bedford, Massachusetts. This part-time/per-diem position has schedule flexibility for evening shifts and requires working every other weekend. The listed wage is $40.00–$43.00 per hour, based on years of experience.

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 and may participate in direct resident care.

The position requires a high school diploma, graduation from an accredited nursing program, at least two years of experience in a geriatric setting, and a current RN or LPN license in the state of employment. The role involves physical activity including walking, sitting, standing, lifting and carrying objects, and pushing and pulling carts.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• 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 with planning for the Resident Care Department in accordance with current state, federal, and local standards and to maintain high-quality care.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
• Ability to lift at least 15 pounds and carry objects.
• Ability to push and pull carts and continuously walk, sit, and stand; may require lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
• Ability to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below the waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks require.
• Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment, and visual and auditory acuity.
• Must use good body mechanics, be neat and well groomed, and project a positive attitude toward the service provided.
• Availability for evening shifts and every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, coworkers, and the surrounding community.
• Represent and interact positively with potential residents, family members, and professionals to support community occupancy growth.
• Assist with evaluating resident needs and developing and revising service plans in accordance with state regulatory requirements.
• Apply an understanding of aging-related and disability-related pathophysiological and psychosocial changes.
• Direct and supervise the daily work assignments of Resident Care Associates.
• Evaluate residents’ issues and medical concerns and discuss them with the Executive Director, family, and physician as appropriate.
• Encourage teamwork across departments to address problem areas and improve services.
• Monitor Resident Care Assistants’ 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 staff coverage, are maintained when applicable.
• Ensure incident and accident reports are completed and reviewed, implement changes through appropriate channels to reduce future issues, and ensure proper communication with LCB Senior Living and state compliance reporting.
• Assist the Resident Care Director with documentation required by LCB Senior Living or state requirements.
• With written physician orders, administer topical and oral medications and ear and eye drops; administer injectables where permitted by regulation.
• Assist with on-call duties and cover resident-care staffing as needed.
• Follow up on family issues as directed by the Resident Care Director.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Benefits

• Full-time associates: health, vision, and dental benefits starting from Day One.
• Full-time associates: 401(k).
• Full-time associates: paid time off and holiday pay.
• Part-time associates working 24–29 hours: paid time off and holiday pay.
• Possibility of tuition reimbursement.
• Work with an amazing team.
• Rewarding role working with seniors.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED