LVN- Emergency Care Center

Provides direct and individual nursing care to assigned residents based on nursing standards and under the supervision of the Director of Resident Care (DRC). Ensures quality and safe delivery of health services to residents

Implements plan of care formulated by physician and DRC

Provides accurate and timely documentation of care given

Assesses and provides resident and family/care giver information pertinent to diagnosis or plan of care

Administers medication per physician orders. Documents properly on MAR. Observes for any adverse reaction and notifies physician accordingly

Assembles resident charts, resident records and checks that all necessary forms are complete and accurate

Prepares incident/accident reports for residents as needed per policy. Notifies physician and family post incident/accident per policy and documents appropriately

Assists resident in learning appropriate self-care activities

Organizes and monitors associates and material resources necessary for meeting the needs of the residents under his/her care

Recognizes emergencies and life-threatening situations and initiates appropriate action(s)

Maintains confidentiality and resident rights regarding all resident personal information

The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents

Attends required community meetings and participates Life Enrichment activities when able

All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

Graduated from an accredited program for LPN/LVN and is currently registered in the state of the community

Must obtain valid Continuing Education credits as required by the state of the community

Training in Alzheimer and Dementia with focus on Validation Therapy

Minimum of one (1) year nursing experience in a health care facility.

Experience in a long term care community and/or geriatric nursing facility preferred

Experience in emergency care and first-aid

Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts

Experience with Microsoft Office and Outlook software preferred

Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens

In all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.