LPN The Residence at Boylston Place

LCB Senior Living•Brookline, MA

1d•$40 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

LCB Senior Living is hiring an LPN at The Residence at Boylston Place in Chestnut Hill, Massachusetts. The LPN is an active member of the Resident Care Team and assists the Resident Care Director with community management, including supervising Resident Care Associates, monitoring residents’ changing health needs, providing coverage for resident care staffing when needed, and assisting with on-call duties. The LPN also follows up on family issues as directed by the Resident Care Director. The role supports resident care planning and services, supervises daily care assignments, responds to medical concerns, and helps ensure staffing, documentation, and regulatory requirements are met. With written physician orders, the LPN administers topical and oral medications and ear and eye drops, and administers injectables where regulations allow. The position may also involve direct resident care and participation in community marketing and occupancy growth efforts. The position is full-time, with a listed wage range of $40–$42 per hour based on experience and a $5,000 sign-on bonus. LCB Senior Living offers full-time associates benefits starting on day one, including health, vision and dental coverage, a 401(k), paid time off, and holiday pay. Tuition reimbursement may be available.

Requirements

High school diploma and graduation from an accredited nursing program.
Current RN or LPN license in the state of employment.
At least two years of experience in a geriatric setting.
Previous healthcare experience in a hospital and/or community setting.
Professional knowledge and skills necessary to assist in planning for the Resident Care Department in accordance with current state, federal, and local standards and to maintain quality care.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, orally and in writing.
Ability to lift, bend, and stand for extended periods as required.
Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment.
Visual and auditory acuity.
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 require.
Ability to use good body mechanics.
Neat and well-groomed appearance and a positive attitude toward the service provided.

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 community occupancy growth.
Assist with evaluating resident needs and developing and revising service plans in accordance with state regulatory requirements.
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 members, and physicians as appropriate.
Encourage teamwork and cooperate with other 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 in place as needed.
Ensure incident and accident reports are completed and reviewed, and help implement changes to minimize future issues.
Ensure appropriate communication with LCB Senior Living and complete 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, and administer injectables where allowed by regulation.
Follow up on family issues as directed by the Resident Care Director.
Assist with the Resident Care Director’s on-call duties and cover resident care staffing as needed.
Perform other duties as requested.