What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Assisted Living Facility position at Homer Senior Citizens, Inc.?
NOTE: Job is in Homer Alaska. No relocation assistance.
This position will ensure that the health and safety of all residents are met. The LPN/LVN will assist the Director of Care Services with planning, coordinating, and managing the assisted living services and act within the Assisted Living community regulations. The LPN/LVN is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and monitoring of assisted living service delivery under the direction of the Director of Care Services.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must be licensed with the State of Alaska as an LPN/LVN and must maintain current and unencumbered licensure.
- Must have a valid driver’s license if driving is required.
- At least 2 years’ experience in related field.
OTHER SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
This position requires the incumbent to have:
- Possess a sensitivity and aptitude for working with the elderly.
- Possess skills to communicate effectively with those you supervise, residents, family members and Supervisor.
- Possess leadership / supervisory skills.
- Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.
- Able to work irregular hours, occasional weekends and evenings.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND TASKS:
Work within Assisted Living community guidelines including completing essential paperwork and complying with state regulations.
- Works to assure community is in compliance with federal state and local standards and regulations. Is available for license surveys.
- Maintains an up-to-date knowledge of current trends of Assisted Living.
- Works to maintain privacy and confidentiality of resident, resident’s records and resident living environments.
- Is willing to carry a cell phone and be available for staffing and notifications.
- Communicates and documents resident data to staff as needed.
- Assures residents maintain residency requirements, monitors and recommend alternative placement if necessary.
- Reviews resident service agreements with RN, as needed.
- Monitors and maintains resident records and nursing notes.
- Communicates to physicians any changes in resident’s needs or conditions, as needed.
- Monitors and follows through with ordering medications and all medication renewals as well as any necessary follow-up with physicians regarding medications.
- Fills weekly pillboxes for medication administration by direct care staff and checks new medications from the pharmacy.
- Communicates in staff communication book any information that staff needs to be aware of.
- Assists with compliance in meeting regulations and is available for state licensure surveys.
Provide support and address needs for programs and services.
- Maintain resident files and appropriate documents as required.
- Monitors residents on an ongoing basis to assure their needs can be met, including weekly check ins.
- Assures residents continue to live safely in their unit, monitors and recommends alternative care and services, if necessary.
- Inform personnel of changes in residents’ needs and conditions.
- Assists direct care staff in service delivery.
- Maintains communication with residents, families, and other staff.
- Responds to resident concerns or complaints.
Participate and function effectively as a team member.
- Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with staff of Homer Senior Citizens, Inc., including providing backup to other staff as needed.
- Articulate information regarding residents to the team.
- Provide proactive, constructive participation in staff meetings, committees, etc.
- Assists other departments with special events and family functions.
- Be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.
- Be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.
- Responds appropriately to safety hazards, fire drills and other emergency situations.
- Reports injuries for self, staff, residents or visitors immediately to Supervisor.
- Keeps Supervisor informed and involved and advised of needs and problems.
Other duties as assigned.
- Support the mission and values of The Terrace
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Geriatrics
- Home Health
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
- Pain Medicine
- Psychiatry
- Wound Care
Physical Setting:
- Assisted living facility
- Nursing home
Ability to Commute:
- Homer, AK 99603 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Homer, AK 99603: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $70,000