Wellness Nurse (LPN) Per Diem

Monarch Communities•Princeton, NJ

5d•$34 - $37

About The Position

The Wellness Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to residents and supervises the day-to-day nursing activities performed by care staff. The role is an hourly, non-exempt per diem position and reports to the Health and Wellness Director. The stated salary range is $34.00–$37.00 per hour. The nurse monitors residents’ health, safety, and well-being; administers medications and treatments as prescribed and delegated; maintains resident documentation using the EHR; and supports clinical quality assurance and regulatory compliance. The position also involves communication with interdisciplinary care team members, physicians, and family members, and participation in scheduled in-service training. Other duties may be assigned, including serving as an Infection Control Preventionist.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current, valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
CPR certification.
Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias.
Knowledge of federal and state regulations and nursing practices, techniques, and methods.
Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), and ability to learn new applications.
Ability to handle multiple tasks.
Ability to work weekends and holidays.
Ability to perform duties involving standing, walking, sitting, fine and gross motor skills, reaching, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, hearing, and smelling.
Ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds; duties include intermittent lifting and supporting of residents, using proper body mechanics.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, home health, or a hospital setting.
Infection Control Preventionist Certification.

Responsibilities

Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments under RN delegation, or LPN delegation in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, as applicable.
Monitor residents’ health, safety, and well-being.
Assist with training and monitoring medication administration.
Take and record vital signs and report adverse reactions or changes in condition to the RN or LPN in Massachusetts and Pennsylvania, as applicable.
Maintain accurate, up-to-date resident documentation and charting using the EHR.
Maintain clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.
Communicate with interdisciplinary care team members, physicians, and family members.
Promote a high degree of service to residents while demonstrating the company’s mission.
Attend scheduled in-service training.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and community policies and procedures.
Perform other assigned duties, including duties related to infection control prevention.