Wellness Nurse (LPN) Per-Diem
About The Position
The Wellness Nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who provides direct nursing care to residents, emphasizing holistic wellness. Under the leadership of the community’s Health and Wellness Director (RN), the nurse also helps supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by Certified Nursing Assistant care staff. This is a per-diem position with shifts available from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., or 11 p.m. to 7 a.m. The listed pay range is $37.00–$39.00 per hour. Monarch Communities values compassion, innovation, and community, and is committed to making a meaningful impact on residents’ lives while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
- Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s disease or other related dementias.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks.
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations and of nursing practices, techniques, and methods applied to resident health and wellness.
- Computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, and Excel), and ability to learn new applications.
- 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 and participate in 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.
Responsibilities
- Monitor the health, safety, and well-being of residents.
- Assist in training and monitoring medication administration.
- Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies.
- Maintain clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state, and local standards.
- Promote the highest degree of service to residents while leading and demonstrating the company’s mission.
- Conduct thorough resident assessments.
- Provide direct nursing care to residents with an emphasis on holistic wellness.
- Help supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by Certified Nursing Assistant care staff.
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Free parking
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