Wellness Nurse (LPN)

Monarch Communities•Brick Township, NJ

5d•$34 - $36

About The Position

Led by the community's Health and Wellness Director (RN), our Wellness Nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who provides direct nursing care to the Residents with an emphasis on holistic wellness. They also help supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by care staff of Certified Nursing Assistants.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing, with current LPN license
At least 2 years’ experience with long-term care, assisted living, home health or hospital setting preferred
Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s or other related dementias
Ability to handle multiple tasks
Knowledge of federal and state regulations, and of nursing practices, techniques and methods applied to health and wellness resident
Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. Intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Responsibilities

Monitors the health, safety, and well-being of all residents
Assisting in training and monitoring of medication administration
Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies
Maintaining clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state and local standards
Promote the highest degree of service to our residents while leading and demonstrating the mission of the company
Conduct thorough resident assessments