LPN - Adult Day Care

Job Overview

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at SarahCare at Riverdale Place Adult Day Health Care provides compassionate, participant-centered nursing care in a structured daytime setting. The LPN supports the health, safety, and well-being of participants by delivering nursing services, monitoring medical conditions, and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to enhance quality of life while allowing participants to remain safely in their homes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct daily nursing assessments and monitor participants for changes in physical, emotional, or cognitive status.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, RN supervision, and SarahCare policies.
• Dispose of expired and/or discontinued medications appropriately.
• Monitor vital signs, blood glucose levels, and other clinical indicators as required.
• Accurately document nursing care, monthly progress notes, incident reports, medical questionnaires, medication orders, and changes in condition using WellSky Electronic Health Record (EHR) as required.
• Observe and report signs of illness, injury, aspiration, or behavioral changes promptly.
• Provide first aid and respond to medical emergencies in accordance with established protocols.
• Assist with development, implementation, and review of participant Care Plans.
• Communicate effectively with caregivers, families, VA staff and social workers, and healthcare providers.
• Support participants with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed, including toileting, mobility and mealtime assistance, and in the participation of activities.
• Ensure compliance with SarahCare standards, VA requirements, HIPAA, OSHA, and infection control protocols.
• Participate in inspections, audits, and quality assurance activities.
• Participate in Participant Intake Assessment and Person-Centered Plan of Care meetings.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service training, group discussions, and other relevant training.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and welcoming environment for participants, families, and staff.
• Request supplies and items needed for nursing through the Program Director.
• Provide skilled nursing duties under RN supervision. Ability to safely lift and transfer.
• All other jobs and duties as required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 – 40 per week

Experience:

• Adult day care: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LPN (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Riverdale (Clayton County), GA Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28