LPN

Job Description

Job Description Franklin Court in Quakertown, PA is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) .

Full time 2nd Shift

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Duties:

• Present a professional demeanor that communicates a corporate philosophy of service, goodwill, and genuine interest, dignity, and respect, celebration and choice in each resident’s needs.
• Assists in the oversight of all Wellness staff in the absence of the Wellness Director and Care Coordinator.
• Ensure outstanding, appropriate care is delivered while adhering to community policy, regulation, and law.
• Chart resident notes appropriately.
• Review end of shift notes.
• Record new/changed physician orders.
• Maintain healthcare provider relations.
• Perform resident assessments according to established protocol.
• Conduct appraisals of resident needs.
• Respond to medical emergencies.
• Monitor and record physical, mental, and emotional changes observed in residents.
• Maintain current and accurate resident charts.
• Assist in scheduling medical appointments and maintain a current medical appointment calendar.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with physicians.
• Participate in community surveys.
• Meet with families/residents during the admissions process.
• Ensure rooms are ready for new residents.
• Report any suspicion or evidence of elder abuse, mistreatment or neglect as outlined in Personnel Policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have current nursing license in good standing.
• Thorough working knowledge of current care standards and regulation.
• Ability to maintain and update effective service plans.
• Ability to supervise care staff.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of current medication regulation and law.
• Knowledge of the requirements for providing care and supervision appropriate to the residents.
• Ability to communicate with physicians, pharmacies, families, and community staff.

Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match!
• Benefits
• Employer paid life
• PTO
• Holiday pay
• WEEKLY PAY

As part of our application process, we ask you take a short survey in order to help us better understand your work preferences and how you like to be managed and communicated with. The survey consists of two parts. For the most accurate results, set aside 15 minutes with no interruptions, to read and select all the words that apply to you for the given question. Complete on a computer, not on a tablet or cell phone, for the best experience. begin your survey by clicking on the link below.
Franklin Court/Cardinal Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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