LPN

Description: Lexington Country Place is seeking LPNs to join their team!The LPN reports directly to the Director of Nursing.**$1500 Sign-On Bonus paid every 3 months for up to 5 years**Shift Details7am-7pm; every other weekend7pm-7am; every other weekendPRN Shifts availablePURPOSEThe LPN is responsible for monitoring the health and wellbeing of our residents and provides leadership support and assistance with resident care and services.Responsibilities include but are not limited to medication care administration, communication with resident support services and families and maintaining clinical quality assurance while leading, demonstrating and supporting all the elements of wellness which are core components of Phoenix programs and services.PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESResident CareIdentifies on-going needs and services of residents through the assessment / Personalized Service Plan (PSP) processEnsures proper follow through and documentation for residents with a change in clinical care needsAssist the Wellness Director with Completing the clinical sections of monthly wellness visits and PSP to accurately reflect the resident monthlyInforms the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director of any changes in medication or service level that may result in a higher tier level or potential move-outAssist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly for each resident prior to completing monthly wellness health updatesAssist with direct resident care as neededEDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATIONMust be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered NurseA minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals, preferredMust have demonstrated Leadership capabilitiesKnowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing, preferredAbility to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, available to our customers at peak service delivery days and times Requirements: SKILLS AND ABILITIESUnderstanding of infection control proceduresProficient in using MS OfficeUnderstands and able to implement Personalized Service PlansUnderstands advanced directives and end-of-life careUnderstands and embraces the assisted living philosophyUnderstands nursing function in assisted living, quality of care and quality of life objectivesDemonstrated knowledge of state regulations. Proficient in using state audit compliance toolsIs proficient in time management skills and adherence to deadlinesHas exceptional grammar and documentation skillsUnderstands basic concepts of risk managementPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSIn an 8 hour workday, associate may stand / walk:Hours at one time: 0 - 2Total hours/ day: 4 – 6In an 8 hour workday, associate may sit:Hours at one time: 0 - 2Total hours/ day: 2 – 4In an 8 hour workday, associate may drive:30-60 minutes, 1 - 2 times a weekAssociate will support / assist: (Maximum lbs)Frequency: 50 lbsOccasionally: 150 lbsAssociate will lift / carry (Maximum lbs)Frequency: 40 lbsOccasionally: 70 lbsHeight of lift: 3 – 4 feetDistance of carry: 30 yardsAssociate will use hands for repetitive:Simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, fine manipulationAssociate should be able to:Bend: FrequentlySquat: FrequentlyKneel: FrequentlyClimb:FrequentlyReach:Occasionally, 3 feetPI986ab62c20e9-31181-41098577