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Licensed Practical Nurse

Carol Woods Continuous Care Retirement Community

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS:

Provides direct nursing care and other services to residents in the health care network under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.


Also included in this position is the expectation that the person in this role will:

Uphold and put into daily practice the values of Carol Woods.
  • Support the well-being and quality of life of every individual Resident.
  • Function as a good steward to Resident resources.
Contribute to CWs approach to continual quality improvement.
  • Support the concepts of a learning organization.
REPORTS TO: Senior Director Higher Levels of Support

SUPERVISES : N/A

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
  1. Clinical Functions:
    1. As identified in the Nursing Practice Act, State of North Carolina (March 2025): "The practice of nursing by a licensed practical nurse consists of the following seven components:
  • Participating in the assessment of the patient's physical and mental health, including the patient's reaction to illnesses and treatment regimens.
  • Recording and reporting the results of the nursing assessment.
  • Participating in implementing the health care plan developed by the registered nurse and/or prescribed by any person authorized by State law to prescribe such a plan, by performing tasks assigned or delegated by and performed under the supervision or under orders or directions of a registered nurse, physician licensed to practice medicine, dentist, or other person authorized by State law to provide the supervision.
  • *Assigning or delegating nursing interventions to other qualified personnel under the supervision of the registered nurse.
  • Participating in the teaching and counseling of patients as assigned by a registered nurse, physician, or other qualified professional licensed to practice in North Carolina.
  • Reporting and recording the nursing care rendered and the patient's response to that care.
  • Maintaining safe and effective nursing care, whether rendered directly or indirectly.
b. In addition to the above the role of the LPN also includes:
  • Communicating effectively with residents, family, and other members of the health care team.
  • Delegating nursing care activities to other LPNs and unlicensed nursing personnel qualified to perform the activity.
  • Utilizing established lines of communication to necessary support services, including dining services, therapies, transportation, supply, etc.
  • Participating with the multidisciplinary team in addressing resident/family needs.
  • Following established policies of the organization including, but not limited to, nursing, infection control, pharmacy, and environmental controls.
  • Point Nurse: Performing emergency after-hours house calls to Carol Woods residents on the CWs campus; providing services, including health care counseling to such residents, as ordered by the physician and/or deemed necessary following the nursing assessment. (serves in this role as needed)
Responsibilities:
  • Resource for questions and concerns from residents, family, staff, and other visitors in the Higher Levels of Support
  • Provide back up to the House Call Nurse as needed.
  • Function as a point of contact for other departments during emergencies
  • Assist staff with troubleshooting any unexpected issues affecting the ability to provide support to the residents in the Higher Levels of Support
  • Initial contact for any resident/family concerns or needs, ensuring prompt attention and follow-up.
  • Communicate effectively with Director of Nursing or Nurse Coordinator to ensure continuity of care/operations and follow-up on resident and staff questions and concerns.
  • Assist with identifying staff to cover shifts for any staff call outs in the Higher Levels of Support; Notify On-call Nurse Leader of uncovered shifts.
  • Other duties as assigned by Nurse Leadership or as necessitated "in the moment" to assure quality care.
  • Participating in team efforts to monitor quality care issues.
  • Be aware of staffing needs to cover 24-hour Care delivery.
  • Document resident condition changes as pertinent to the LPN role.
  • Update the plan of the day to reflect changes in areas of responsibility.
  • Fiscal accountability, proper supply ordering and proper use/care of equipment
  • Completion of mandatory On-line educational modules (monthly and as otherwise assigned).
  • Attendance at required educational sessions, in-services, and staff meetings.
  • Attendance at annual Culture Day session (Full-time mandatory)
  • Involvement/understanding of Organizational Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
  • All other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:

Education:
  • Graduation from an accredited nursing education program to prepare as a Practical Nurse.
  • Current, unencumbered licensed as Licensed Practical Nurse in North Carolina
  • Current certification in CPR - Adult Module (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).
Experience:
  • Six months to one-year experience as LPN.
  • New graduates acceptable only for Full Time Position.
Physical:
  • Able to:
    • Bend, stoop, squat, crawl reach, kneel and lift to assist residents using proper body mechanics for sustained periods of time.
    • Stand, walk for long periods.
    • Move equipment or small pieces of furniture.
Competencies:
  • Communication
  • Confidentiality
  • Judgement
  • Organization
  • Problem Solving/Decision Making
  • Technical/Function Expertise
Working Conditions:
  • Climate controlled environment
  • Potential for exposure to
    • Communicable illnesses
    • Hazardous materials, e.g., cleaning chemicals
    • Blood/blood products.
  • Benefit position - Full-time position requires every other weekend scheduling commitment. Part-time positions may require every other weekend scheduling commitment.
Vacancy posted 16 hours ago
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