Licensed Practical Nurse – Senior Living

Allegro Senior Living•Winter Park, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wellness Nurse supports the delivery of resident care and services in accordance with applicable regulations, accepted standards of nursing practice, and Allegro Living policies. The role provides clinical support, administers medications, monitors resident wellness, supports team member supervision, completes documentation, and communicates with residents, families, physicians, pharmacies, and outside providers. The Wellness Nurse promotes a safe, supportive, resident-centered environment while helping ensure timely documentation, quality outcomes, and compliance with company policies and state requirements. The position serves residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care. Allegro Winter Park lists full-time first-shift work from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and part-time second-shift work from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.; both schedules include rotating weekends or a rotating schedule. The ideal candidate is compassionate, organized, collaborative, and committed to serving seniors with professionalism and sound nursing judgment.

Requirements

Active Licensed Practical Nurse license in good standing with the applicable state licensing agency; Florida LPN licensure is required for the advertised position.
CPR/AED certification.
Previous experience in senior living and/or memory care is required for the advertised position.
Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Compassionate, resident-centered approach to care.
General understanding of and concern for the needs of seniors.
Ability to work well with others and promote a team-oriented environment.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional composure in stressful or challenging conditions.
At least 18 years of age.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Record in accordance with company requirements, when driving responsibilities are assigned.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one year of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a senior care setting.
Previous experience with computerized resident documentation systems.
Experience supporting residents with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, or memory impairment.

Responsibilities

Conduct and oversee resident health assessments and wellness checks.
Monitor resident wellness, identify changes in condition, and respond appropriately to medication needs or circumstances requiring additional care.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with provider orders and support continuity of resident care.
Provide resident care in accordance with regulatory requirements, recognized nursing practice, established standards, and Allegro Living policy.
Coordinate care and communicate with residents, families, team members, physicians, pharmacies, professional consultants, and third-party providers.
Provide daily supervision and guidance to assigned non-licensed team members and other designated personnel.
Make work assignments, support team members, and help identify opportunities to improve resident care and services.
Respond to changes in resident condition and initiate appropriate interventions.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
Provide support, education, and communication to residents and their families.
Provide first aid as required and complete assigned duties in accordance with company procedures.
Participate in required meetings and in-service training, including Relias training, in accordance with state guidelines and company requirements.
Support compliance with residents’ rights requirements and immediately report observed or suspected violations.
Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.