What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Float Nurse position at Kendal At Lexington?
Available Schedule: Full-Time | Flexible Schedule Based on Operational Needs
Pay: Competitive Pay Based on Experience | Starting at $33.42 /hour | Shift Differential Available
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Why Kendal?
At Kendal at Lexington, our nurses are valued members of the care team who provide exceptional, person-centered care across multiple levels of service. Our community is guided by the Quaker values of equality, peace, simplicity, integrity, and community. These values shape the way we care for residents and support one another.
As a Float Nurse, you'll have the opportunity to work in both Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living settings, building meaningful relationships while helping ensure continuity of care throughout our community. We maintain an above-industry standard staff-to-resident ratio, allowing our nurses to focus on quality care and resident well-being.
If you are adaptable, compassionate, and enjoy a dynamic work environment where your contributions make a difference every day, we encourage you to apply.
What You Will Do
- Float between Skilled Nursing and Assisted Living neighborhoods based on resident care and staffing needs
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and facility policies
- Monitor residents' conditions and communicate changes to physicians, supervisors, and care team members
- Assist with resident assessments, care planning, and MDS-related documentation as assigned
- Perform direct resident care, including activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility assistance, and feeding assistance
- Provide restorative nursing support to help residents maintain or improve functional abilities
- Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges
- Complete accurate and timely documentation in compliance with regulatory requirements
- Participate in audits, chart reviews, infection prevention activities, and quality assurance initiatives
- Support residents and families through compassionate communication and resident-centered care
- Respond appropriately to emergencies and changing resident care needs
What You Bring
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the Commonwealth of Virginia
- Graduation from an approved Licensed Practical Nursing program
- Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, assisted living, or restorative nursing preferred
- Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
- Flexibility to work across multiple care settings and adapt to changing assignments
- Commitment to providing exceptional resident-centered care
Benefits
- Above-industry standard staff-to-resident ratios
- Person-centered care approach
- Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance plans
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and two floating holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
- Use of onsite wellness facilities, including our fitness center and indoor pool
- Discounted employee meals
- Employee referral bonus program
- Staff recognition fund
- A supportive, values-driven team environment
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred- Licensed Practical Nurse
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