Job Description

Want to work with a team that not only cares about their residents but for their team as well?

We are looking for an LPN to care for our residents in a professional and compassionate manner. The ideal candidate will be patient and friendly with excellent communication skills.

Monitor residents for changes in condition, behaviors and signs/symptoms of illness and effectively communicate these changes to the supervisor.

• Partners with the healthcare staff, Administrator and RN to maintain compliance with state regulations and The View Communities protocols.
• Conducts retention activities to ensure adequate levels of engaged team members
• Presents at team members meetings as requested by Administrator.
• Responsible to conduct resident rounds daily to ensure overall resident care.
• Provides team member training as requested by the Administrator.
• Responsible for the development of individualized service/care plans to meet the needs of each resident.
• Performs all necessary LPN duties as required by state regulation.
• Conducts investigations of incidents and reports of caregiver misconduct to ensure accurate and timely completion. Reviews reports to identify trends for monthly QA meetings.
• Oversees medication program to include maintaining safe storage of medications, observing medication passes, monitoring the medication error program and conducting periodic medication reviews.
• Supports and assists marketing and move in process.
• Communicates concerns and on-going health status to physicians, families and caseworkers in a timely manner.
• Conducts initial assessment on prospective residents, including off-site visits as needed within 23 hours of referral.
• Provides education on various health topics including disease prevention and self-care to residents on an as-needed basis.
• Responsible to ensure that the written resident record that pertains to health assessment, health monitoring, services planning and personal care progress notes are current and accurate.
• Manages and provides clinical measures to the home office for analysis and process improvements
• Provides general and specific job orientation to all newly employed resident assistants.
• Ensures the facility's infection control program is communicated and current.
• Conducts assessments as follows to assess resident appropriateness for continued placement:
• Semi-annually at change of condition or by family/resident request
• Participates in the resident care conferences.
• Assists in preparing, controlling and meeting or exceeding operating and capital budget.
• Promotes and ensures compliance with the company's safety program.
• Models the Mission, Values, and Principles of Service with our Residents and fellow Team Members
• Ensures that department team members are compliant with training standards
• Performs other duties as assigned

The requirements and work environment described below is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• Moderate level of computer knowledge: Data base management, e-mail, Word, Excel, Outlook/iCal, and web based programs
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to tolerate up and down movement including reaching above and below shoulder height and work to manage lift.
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing with residents, families, and coworkers.
• Ability to be on one's feet for extended periods of time.

Proven experience as an LPN

• Willingness to adhere to health and safety standards
• Respectful and compassionate
• Good time management skills
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong ethics
• Physical endurance
• Current LPN Licence

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)

Work Location: In person