Med Management Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Title

Medication Management LPN

Job Description

At Johanna Shores, find purpose and passion in your work with a team of like-minded people focused on enriching the lives and touching the hearts of older adults. Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS) is looking for someone like you, who is focused on living out your calling for care. YOU become part of the most important resource in our ministry-focused on helping to understand people's needs and working together to be supportive and empowering in order to build a vibrant and thriving community. You benefit from a close-knit community-based team and a supportive organization with opportunities for movement and growth.

Responsibilities

The purpose of your position is to put "Smiles in the Eyes of our Residents" by fulfilling Presbyterian Homes' mission, purpose, motto, commitment to service, promise, and practices. You will be responsible for the provision and monitoring of high-quality clinical care and services to residents consistent with regulations and established clinical best practices. You will monitor the work of Medication Assistants, Resident Assistants and Resident Aides in the community on his/her assigned shift. You will report directly to the RN, Clinical Coordinator or Clinical Administrator as designated at the site and may take direction from the Community Coordinator.

Qualifications

The Medication Management LPN plays a key role in ensuring the safe, accurate, and compliant delivery of medication-related services for residents in an Assisted Living setting. This role is responsible for overseeing the full medication management process, supporting both clinical outcomes and regulatory compliance. This is a full time position, ranging between 32-40 hours/week. Shift hours are 8:00-4:30 pm during the week.

• Oversee and coordinate all aspects of medication administration for Assisted Living residents in accordance with physician orders, state regulations, and community policies.
• Monitor resident medication profiles for accuracy, effectiveness, and potential concerns, promptly addressing discrepancies or changes in condition.
• Maintain appropriate medication inventory levels, ensuring timely ordering, storage, and disposal in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Conduct routine audits of medication records, administration practices, and documentation to ensure adherence to compliance and quality standards.
• Provide guidance, oversight, and support to caregiving staff responsible for medication administration, including training, competency validation, and performance feedback.
• Serve as a primary liaison between the community, healthcare providers, and pharmacies to coordinate medication orders, refills, clarifications, and changes in treatment plans.
• Monitor for and report adverse drug reactions, medication errors, and safety concerns, implementing corrective actions as needed.
• Support resident care planning by collaborating with interdisciplinary team members and contributing clinical insights related to medication management.
• Ensure all documentation related to medication administration, changes, and communications is timely, accurate, and compliant with regulatory requirements.

Additional Expectations:

• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and resident-centered care.
• Stay current with best practices, regulatory guidelines, and community protocols related to medication management.
• Support quality improvement initiatives and participate in surveys or inspections as needed.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse with current licensure with the State Board of Nursing in state(s) in which he/she practices.
• Current CPR certification.
• Interest in gerontological nursing, rehabilitative and restorative clinical practices.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS's mission and operating philosophies.

Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Pay Range

The estimated starting pay range for this role is $30.76 - $32.99 per hour. This good faith estimate is based upon PHS's typical starting pay range for this role. Actual pay range depends upon many factors including each individual employee's qualifications and market conditions and is subject to change.

Benefits

Full-time benefits-eligible employment begins at a minimum of 30 hours per week:

• Health, and dental, including applicable HSA & FSA
• Employer Contribution to HSA for eligible Health Plans
• Life insurance (AD&D)
• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
• Holiday pay and extended sick

Full and Part-time benefits-eligible employment working between 20-29 hours per week:

• Vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
• Accident & hospitalization coverage
• Education assistance programs

All employees:

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
• Same-day pay
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• College partnership educational discounts
• Access to Learn to Live Resources

About PHS

Presbyterian Homes & Services (PHS), based in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a nonprofit, faith-based organization providing a broad array of high-quality housing choices, care and services options for older adults. Some 8,000 employees serve more than 41,800 older adults through 60 PHS-affiliated senior living communities in Minnesota, Iowa and Wisconsin, and through Optage home and community services. PHS is also co-owner of Genevive, the largest geriatric primary care practice in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for more than 15,500 older adults. Established in 1955, PHS has earned the reputation as an innovative leader dedicated to promoting independence, purposeful living and the overall well-being for those they serve. Today, PHS is one of the largest nonprofit providers of senior housing and services in the nation.

PHS is an EEO/AA employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or status with regard to public assistance.