Wellness Nurse, LPN

About us

For over twenty years, Morningside House of Satyr Hill has been providing an unmatched senior living experience to Parkville, Maryland. We offer two levels of care to better serve the families and seniors that place their trust in us and are proud of our vibrant Assisted Living and Memory Care neighborhoods.

Full LPN Staff Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse

Under the direction of the Director of Health and Wellness, this position is responsible for routine communication with direct care staff, medication aides, the Director of Health and Wellness, the Delegating Nurse and the Executive Director about the needs of residents and maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards. Provides ongoing audit and reviews clinical systems to ensure compliance with State regulations and policies.

Responsibilities:

• Communicate with Director of Health and Wellness on resident needs on an as needed basis to ensure consistent quality services.
• Participate in providing hands on care and specific nursing tasks as required and in support of the resident’s care plan.
• Assist in transcription of physicians’ orders and the review of new physicians’ orders.

• Maintain the proper certifications required by local and state licensing agencies which include on-going in-service trainings, accreditations, specific coursework and certifications.
• Foster teamwork with co-workers, show initiative in overcoming obstacles, take actions which assist others beyond job responsibilities, and have a positive impact on co-workers, and visitors.
• Institutes appropriate nursing intervention which might be required to stabilize a resident's condition and/or prevent complication.
• Makes daily resident rounds to interview physical and emotional status and to implement any required nursing interventions.
• Responds to resident and family concerns and ensures that each concern is documented and a resolution is initiated or communicated to appropriate staff.
• Coordinates admission, discharge and transfer of residents.
• Obtains report from nurse he or she is relieving, provides report to nurse coming on duty and keeps the charge nurse or others (as appropriate) informed about the status of residents and related matters.
• Prepares, administer and documents medications following accepted practices.
• Clarifies any order or treatment regimen believed to be inaccurate, ineffective or contraindicated by consulting with the appropriate licensed practitioner.
• Seek out and perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Qualifications:

• Must have compassion for and desire to work with seniors.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid State Nursing License as a Staff Nurse (LPN). Certifications as required by state.
• Must have 2-4 years of experience as a nurse or caregiver preferably in an Assisted Living or Memory Care community. Supervisory experience of 6 months or more in a health-related field.
• Must be able to read physician orders and match to Medication Administration Records for residents. Understanding of medical terminology adequate to pass medications and communicate with medical professionals.
• Effective written and verbal communication with all residents, families and visitors

• Current CPR/FA certification and additional certification in nursing specialty desired.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables.
• Experience with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel. Understanding of human resource rules.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug test.

Apply with your resume and cover letter TODAY to schedule your interview for this exciting opportunity!

MORNINGSIDE HOUSE OF SATYR HILL provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

• Women-led organization

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $30.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Experience:

• nursing: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $35