LPN - FT Baylor Days

LPN - FT Baylor Days

Crescent Grove - Masonic Home, KY 40041

Overview

Job Shift Baylor Day (Sat, Sun) Category Nursing, Therapy & Home Services

Description

As a leader in senior living care, Masonic Homes Kentucky knows its services are only as good as the people delivering them. That's why Masonic Homes Kentucky has created a work environment where our nurses are valued and supported both on the job and personally. We believe in creating an inclusive culture supported by reducing workplace stress and fostering a healthy environment.

What you can expect

• Low staff to resident ratios with all the supplies needed to provide excellent care
• A community environment that fosters relationships with residents
• A beautiful campus and facilities surrounding you every day
• Opportunities in a variety of work settings, including memory care, short-term care and long-term care
• Frequent opportunities for learning new skills and treatment methods

Why join Masonic Homes Kentucky?

• Health, vision and dental insurance
• 403 (b) with matching
• Paid time off
• Paid orientation
• Health savings account with matching
• Verizon plan discounts

What you'll do

Nurses are responsible for caring for residents who require extended medical care. You will oversee treatments and ensure compliance with prescribed therapies. In your role, you will:

• Work closely with a dedicated team of nurses, medication aides, caregivers, dietary aides, housekeepers, case managers, and nurse leaders to provide exceptional care.
• Ensure clinical practices meet high safety and sanitation standards while following professional nursing guidelines.
• Keep documentation, medication administration, resident care, safety, staff training, quality improvement, and resident rights in line with facility standards.
• Often provide care for residents with dementia, advanced wound care needs, dialysis, heart failure, and IV medications.

What you'll bring

• Active RN or LPN Kentucky license required
• 2 years of experience in long-term care setting preferred
• Well-developed clinical skills are essential
• Experience with a team nursing approach
• Consent to a background check and drug screen
• Masonic Homes Kentucky is an EEO Employer - M/F/Disability/Protected Veteran Status

Qualifications

Qualifications/Skills Needed:

• Current, valid LPN license in good standing in Kentucky.
• Completion of accredited LPN nursing program.
• CPR certification required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, turning, and assisting residents.
• Compassionate attitude and strong interpersonal skills for working with residents, families, and staff.
• Prior experience in a long-term care or skilled nursing setting preferred but not required.

Working Conditions/Physical and Sensory Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Activities:

How much on-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities (amount of time)?

Activity - None - Under 1/3 to 1/3 - 2/3 - Over 2/3

Stand - X

Walk - X

Sit - X

Use hands to finger, handle or feel - X

Reach with hands and arms - X

Climb or balance - X

Stoop or kneel, crouch or crawl - X

Talk or hear - X

Taste or smell - X

Special Vision Requirements - Check all that apply

No special vision requirements

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) - X

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more) - X

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors) - X

Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up and down to the left and right while eyes are fixed on a given point) - X

Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge distance and spatial relationships - X

Weight and Force:

How much weight must be lifted or force must be exerted in this position (amount of time)?

Weight/Force - None - Under 1/3 to 1/3 - 2/3 - Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds - X

Up to 25 pounds - X

Up to 50 pounds - X

Up to 100 pounds - X (with assistance)

More than 100 pounds - X (with assistance)