LPN The Residence at Freeman Lake

LCB Senior Living•North Chelmsford, MA

5d•$35 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring an LPN at The Residence at Freeman Lake in North Chelmsford, Massachusetts. This per-diem role requires weekend availability and is an active member of the Resident Care Team, assisting the Resident Care Director with community management. The role includes supervising Resident Care Associates, monitoring residents’ emerging health needs, providing care coverage as needed, and assisting with on-call duties. The LPN also follows up on family issues as directed by the Resident Care Director. The position supports resident assessment and service planning, resident care, staffing coverage, medication administration within applicable regulations, incident reporting, and required documentation. The LPN also promotes the community’s mission and values, supports teamwork and service quality, and participates in community occupancy and marketing efforts. The role requires a high school diploma and graduation from an accredited nursing program, at least two years of experience in a geriatric setting, prior health experience in a hospital and/or community setting, and a current RN or LPN license in the state of employment. Physical demands include handling equipment, lifting at least 15 pounds, carrying objects, pushing and pulling carts, and regularly walking, sitting, standing, bending, and reaching.

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 in planning for the Resident Care Department in accordance with current state, federal, and local standards.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
Weekend availability is required.
Ability to lift at least 15 pounds and carry objects.
Ability to push and pull carts and continuously walk, sit, and stand; ability to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below the waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate.
Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment, and visual and auditory acuity.

Responsibilities

Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, coworkers, and the surrounding community.
Represent the community positively and interact with potential residents, family members, and professionals to support occupancy growth.
Assist with evaluating resident needs and developing or revising service plans in accordance with state regulatory requirements.
Apply an understanding of pathophysiological and psychosocial changes associated with aging 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 cooperation across departments to address problems and improve services.
Monitor Resident Care Associates’ compliance with infection control and sharps disposal procedures.
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 met at all times.
Ensure incident and accident reports are completed and reviewed, and communicate and implement changes through appropriate channels to help prevent future issues.
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.
Administer topical and oral medications and ear and eye drops with written physician orders; administer injectables where permitted by regulation.
Perform other duties as requested.