Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)At Livingston Place Assisted Living on Southern Avenue, a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing personalized care to residents at the facility. A LPN supports the nursing department and the residents by monitoring resident's health, manages and controls all phases of resident medications, treatment, and care as assigned. This role supervises the direct care provided by the care team in the assigned unit and ensures residents are treated with dignity and kindness. The Licensed Practical Nurse must understand and implement the corporate mission and administers policies and procedures in such fashion to promote the desired business image of the community to residents, guest, and staff members.This is a PRN position - multiple shifts available.ResponsibilitiesProvide status reports to in-coming nursing staff and obtains reports from out-going nursing staffChart and maintain medical charts and/or progress notes all pertinent resident information including but not limited to admissions, discharges and transfers, Change of Condition, notifications to family, health practitioners, family/responsible parties, case managers, pharmacies and all other communication related to resident careComplete periodic re-evaluation of resident ADL assistance needs, Self-Medication Evaluations, and other re-evaluations as scheduledComplete the counting of Controlled Substances before accepting the Medication Cart Keys and before handing the Medication Cart Keys off to the oncoming nurseAssist in all care of residents as neededProvide direct supervision of care provided by care teamMaintain accurate, complete, and confidential resident medication and care records according to established proceduresEnsure safe and comfortable accommodations for residents and respond to inquiries for information or assistance in a prompt and courteous mannerCommunicate as needed with doctors, families, and other appropriate parties, concerning resident status, change in status, need for an appointment and other related needsDevelop and maintain an excellent working relationship with staff, inter-department personnel, as well as with other departments and facilities within the communityCreate and maintain an excellent atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environmentEnsure compliance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines, and regulations governing the facilityOther duties as assignedQualificationsExperience/EducationMust have appropriate nursing licensure (i.e., Registered Nurse (RN), Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), etc.). License must be active and in good standingMinimum six months on the job experience as a licensed nurse required; experience providing care to seniors preferredReceive and maintain CPR and all other required certification(s)Supervisory/administrative experience preferredOr equivalent combination of education and experienceKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesCaring nature and willingness to care for the elderlyProficiency in English requiredProficiency in Point Click Care/electronic health record and electronic medication administration