LVN at Luxury Senior Community (Full-Time, PM Shift)

Licensed Nurse

The Vered is a modern senior living community in Encino, California, dedicated to providing an elevated living experience centered on exceptional service, genuine hospitality, and meaningful connections.

Our team is committed to creating a welcoming environment where residents feel at home, valued, and well cared for every day. We believe the smallest details can make a lasting difference, and we look for team members who take pride in their work, support one another, and share our commitment to delivering an exceptional resident experience.

At The Vered, we value teamwork, professionalism, and a hospitality-first approachand we believe in recognizing and developing team members who consistently demonstrate these values.

Located on Ventura Boulevard in the heart of Encino, The Vered offers a modern and welcoming senior living environment in one of the San Fernando Valley's most desirable neighborhoods. Conveniently located near Sherman Oaks and major freeways, the community is thoughtfully designed to provide residents with comfort, connection, and an elevated living experience.

Position Summary

The Licensed Nurse provides direct nursing care and clinical support to residents while helping ensure their health, safety, comfort, and overall well-being. This position is responsible for administering medications and treatments, completing resident assessments and documentation, carrying out physician orders, monitoring changes in resident condition, and coordinating care with residents, families, physicians, and other members of the care team.

The Licensed Nurse also provides leadership and supervision to Care Associates, helping ensure resident care is delivered safely, consistently, and in accordance with individualized service plans, community standards, and applicable regulations.

Essential Job Duties

• Provide direct nursing care to residents in accordance with physician orders, individualized service plans, established nursing practices, and community policies.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely in accordance with physician orders and applicable regulations.
• Complete resident assessments, reassessments, documentation, and other required clinical records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Monitor residents for changes in physical, cognitive, emotional, or behavioral condition and promptly communicate concerns to the appropriate physician, responsible party, and community leadership.
• Obtain specimens and assist with examinations, treatments, and other clinical procedures as appropriate.
• Receive, process, and follow through on physician orders to ensure continuity of resident care.
• Participate in the admission and assessment of new residents and assist with developing individualized plans of care.
• Develop, review, and monitor resident care plans and initiate appropriate interventions when changes in condition occur.
• Respond promptly and professionally to resident calls and requests for assistance.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living as needed while promoting independence, dignity, and quality of life.
• Conduct routine rounds to monitor resident health, safety, and overall well-being.
• Provide appropriate first aid and emergency nursing response within the scope of practice.
• Complete incident reports and required follow-up documentation accurately and promptly.
• Maintain accurate and complete resident records in accordance with community policies and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate regularly with the Director of Nursing regarding resident conditions, staffing concerns, supply needs, and other clinical or operational matters.
• Coordinate resident care with physicians, families, pharmacy providers, outside healthcare professionals, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Provide daily supervision, direction, and support to assigned Care Associates and other designated team members.
• Delegate resident care responsibilities appropriately and within applicable scope-of-practice requirements.
• Provide coaching, education, and guidance to care team members to support consistent and high-quality resident care.
• Assist with orientation and training related to resident care, emergency procedures, infection prevention, and community policies.
• Ensure resident care and services are provided in accordance with applicable regulations, community standards, resident rights, and established safety procedures.
• Monitor resident care areas to ensure appropriate safety, sanitation, and infection prevention standards are maintained.
• Participate in emergency response procedures and remain available for community emergencies as required.
• Work collaboratively with community leadership and other departments to provide exceptional resident experience.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support residents and the overall operation of the community.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Current and active nursing license in the state of employment required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of nursing experience preferred.
• Previous experience in assisted living, memory care, senior living, or a related healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of medication administration, resident assessments, care planning, and clinical documentation.
• Knowledge of applicable healthcare regulations, infection prevention practices, OSHA requirements, and resident safety standards.
• Strong clinical judgment, assessment, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to recognize and appropriately respond to changes in resident condition and emergency situations.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to supervise, delegate, coach, and support care team members.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate professionally and compassionately with residents, families, physicians, team members, and outside healthcare providers.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, sound judgment, and composure in challenging or emergency situations.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple resident and operational needs.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Basic computer proficiency, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation systems.
• Must maintain a flexible schedule and be available to respond to community emergencies as required.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, stoop, twist, push, and pull while providing resident care.
• Ability to assist residents with mobility, transfers, and other care needs as required.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and use appropriate assistance or equipment for heavier lifting or transfers.
• Ability to safely perform the physical responsibilities associated with providing direct nursing and resident care.
• May be exposed to bodily fluids, infectious materials, cleaning and disinfecting products, and other conditions commonly associated with a healthcare environment.
• Must follow established infection prevention, safety, and personal protective equipment procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Vered is an equal employment opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws, and we prohibit harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited, respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Completing an application does not guarantee that you will be offered a position. We review all applications and strive to hire the candidates who are the most qualified to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.