Lpn Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

About The Position

Requirements

• 2+ years of nursing experience preferably with experience in long-term care or geriatrics
• Up to date first aid and CPR certification
• Current Unencumbered LPN license in the state
• Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adults.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends
• Exceptional staff training and customer service skills
• Compassionate and friendly demeanor
• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, TB test and physical

Nice To Haves

• Experience with dementia residents preferred

Responsibilities

• Administering quality care to meet the total needs of residents.
• Providing medication administration, handling, and storage in accordance with state regulations and company policy.
• Assisting in maintaining the medication cart and storage room in a neat and orderly manner.
• Ensuring accurate medication counts and security of the medication cart and medication storage room for assigned shifts.
• Complying with company policies and procedures related to controlled substances, narcotic count and documentation.
• Using sound nursing judgment to evaluate changes in resident situations and reporting to Wellness Director and/or physician when appropriate.
• Observing changes in Resident status, needs, or preferences and communicating them to the Wellness Director.
• Offering comfort and support, emotionally and physically, to residents.
• Reporting resident and staff concerns and/or issues to the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director, as designated.
• Assisting with vital signs and weight monitoring monthly or more frequently as required for all residents and completing all required documentation.
• Assisting with resident move-in and move-outs and with resident discharge planning as needed.
• Ensuring compliance to the American House philosophy as well as all written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the Resident Services Department.