Nurse - FT- 2nd Shift
About The Position
In compliance with regulation, company policy, and excellent nursing practice, the LPN is responsible for supporting wellness functions that may include, but is not limited to: documentation on electronic health records, communication with residents, families, vendors, physicians, pharmacy and staff; performing and monitoring health metrics for wellness and supporting the care team in addressing resident care issues and concerns. This role also facilitates an enriching community environment by recording resident vital signs, supporting ADLs for residents and the resident care team, and managing medication orders and documentation. The LPN develops collaborative relationships with third-party service providers, educates residents and families on healthcare procedures, and is responsible for staff training related to resident care. They provide direct assistance with ADLs, manage medication supply, and may conduct quarterly medication audits. The position requires active participation in understanding resident interests to recognize changes in condition, maintaining stock supplies for the care department, and ensuring cleanliness. The LPN is expected to exercise good judgment, resolve resident concerns, participate in workplace safety, contribute to an inclusive environment, model flexibility, and maintain confidentiality.
Requirements
- High School diploma/ GED required
- Current state LPN license
- Current CPR certification and First Aid certification
- At least 2 years of experience working with seniors
- Organized with demonstrated follow through with detail
- Strive for excellence
- Previous experience focusing on customer service
- Ability to influence others in cooperation to attain goals
- Lead by example in practicing good judgment in relation to confidentiality
- Proven ability to juggle multiple priorities with success and find joy
- Great communication skills to interact with various customers in conversations and writing
- Ability to establish confidence and trust
- Desire to act like an owner in day-to-day decision-making and problem-solving as well as accountability
- Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs such as Microsoft Office and the ability to learn specific software
- Ability to adapt the schedule to work weekends, evenings, and flexible hours to ensure a quality customer experience and to meet deadlines
Responsibilities
- Supporting wellness functions including documentation on electronic health records
- Communication with residents, families, vendors, physicians, pharmacy and staff
- Performing and monitoring health metrics for wellness and supporting the care team in addressing resident care issues and concerns
- Record the resident’s vital signs e.g. (blood pressure, temperature, weight, etc.)
- Support ADLs for residents and the resident care team
- Manage medication orders and documentation in compliance with regulations and follow up as needed with treating physicians and pharmacy
- Develop collaborative relationships with third-party service providers like social workers and therapy, to ensure that necessary medical services are received by the resident
- Educate residents and families in proper healthcare procedures
- Documentation of staff training requirements
- Delivery of staff training to support resident care
- Provide direct assistance to residents with ADLs. ADLs include medication management, dietary management, personal hygiene, and other skills that enable independence
- Responsible for ordering and checking medications from the pharmacy to the medication supply area
- May conduct quarterly medication audits for compliance
- Models strong belief in mission and core values
- Active participation in learning each resident’s interests/preferences to recognize a change in condition
- Responsible for ordering, securing, and maintaining stock supplies for the care department as well as maintaining cleanliness and order
- Executes good judgment in the best interest of customers
- Explains and educates
- Effectively resolves resident concerns through consistent problem resolution in alignment with policy
- Participates in work safe environment through workplace safety policies including PPE, fire extinguishers, and SDS
- Contributes to an environment of belonging for residents, families, and employees
- Models flexibility and professional conduct in adjusting priorities to meet business demands
- Ensures confidentiality in alignment with HIPAA, state/federal regulations as well as company policy
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
