Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

** NEW INCREASED PAY RATES! **

Full Time or Per Diem | Days or Nights

New Increased Pay Rates UP TO $38/hour

Our mission is to "Touch People's Lives", and to us, it is more than a mission, it is a way of life!

At Brooke Grove Retirement Village (part of Brooke Grove Foundation), we understand that all of us touch the lives of those we encounter, and we strive to make sure that impact is positive and uplifting. As a result, the people who live and work here are happy; and it shows! We welcome all and cherish diversity among our residents and staff, embracing those of all backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures.

Our employees live out our mission each and every day. We are committed to providing care and services that enrich the lives of our residents and employees.

Brooke Grove Retirement Village offers competitive salaries and benefits along with quality training and educational opportunities to include:

• Two comprehensive Medical coverage plans, as well as Dental and Vision
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, and Cancer Indemnity Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Paid Sick, Vacation, and Holiday Time
• Direct Deposit
• Tuition Reimbursement

Responsibilities of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

• Performs resident assessments, visits residents on routine basis, and completes all clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements.
• Works in collaboration with nursing administration and health care team members to assure follow through of resident care and care plans.
• Coordinates and monitors duties performed by geriatric nursing assistants; provides assistants, coaching, and verbal/written disciplinary action as necessary.
• Monitors medication administration performed by certified medicine aide; provides assistance as necessary
• Contacts physicians, specialists, and other care providers as needed, to ensure appropriate communication and follow though of resident care.
• Administers treatments and medications as prescribed and in accordance with physician's orders.
• Coordinates ordering of lab tests, exams, and medical services as necessary, and communicates these services, appointments and results appropriately.
• Communicates with accompanies medical staff director on rounds as needed.
• Performs required medical documentation and maintains clinical records in an accurate and timely manner.
• Attends in-service trainings and nursing meetings as required.

Requirements of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):

• Minimum of associate's degree, or equivalent from college or technical school, or diploma in nursing required; and a minimum six months to one year related experience and/or additional training.
• Current Maryland Licensed Practical Nurse license and C.P.R certification.

Brooke Grove Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in admissions, employment, contracting with consultants or acceptance of volunteers on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, sexual orientation, or national origin.