Vista Gardens Memory Care is excited to announce we have LVN positions open for someone with a passion to care for others! We are seeking Licensed Vocational Nurses who have prior experience working in a Memory Care setting, that will provide exceptional care to residents and staff alike!

Who We Are

Vista Gardens is a special and unique community that treats everyone with the highest respect and dignity. Our care team knows firsthand the knowledge of how family members and friends are affected by memory issues (including Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s-related dementia, and mild cognitive impairment). If you have a desire to work with the senior population, we want you to join our team!

Job Duties

While not all inclusive, some duties will include:

· Assist care staff in the performance of their job requirements and assume caregiver activities when needed.

· Respond promptly to resident and staff needs.

· Work towards maintaining each resident’s self-respect, personal dignity, personal safety and confidentiality.

· Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families, visitors and co-workers.

· Encourage residents to participate in daily activities such as bed making, laundry, and setting tables.

· Communicate with community healthcare professionals, including physicians, discharge planners, nurses and state agencies on the care needs of all residents at the property.

· Perform nursing duties as directed and in accordance with the appropriate scope of the Nurse Practice Act, including administering medications and performing treatments as ordered by physician.

· Conduct thorough reporting of pertinent information regarding resident care to oncoming shift. Complete documentation in and encourage use of the Communication Log on each shift.

· Participate in end-of-shift report to ensure all needed information is communicated

· Ensure proper documentation regarding change in condition and incident reporting for both residents and staff. Ensure all paperwork is completed and that proper documentation is maintained in the medical record.

· Critical thinking as it relates to symptoms and diagnosis and problem solving

· Assist Activity Department staff in carrying out planned activities.

· Attend all scheduled in-service classes.

· Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards. Perform daily and nightly rounds of the property. Notify maintenance staff of all needed repairs.

· Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.

· Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress.

· Deliver medication to residents and assist with treatments per physician’s orders.

· Prepare all resident medications for delivery in a timely manner.

· Ensure medication carts are organized and cleaned, that carts are locked, and lock is functioning properly, and appropriately stocked.

· For all new residents, verify medications and dosage with physician, coordinate medication management with pharmacy, and prepare new resident paperwork.

· Maintain current knowledge of community policies, programs, services provided, and other information as directed. Understand basic medical terminology and abbreviations used.

· Encourage teamwork among all departments and assist with conflict resolution.

Compensation:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package such as

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K match and more!
• Hourly rate will be between $28-$35 DOE

Want to know more about who we are?! Check us out on our website: vistagardensmemorycare.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Memory care: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LVN (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person