Licensed Practical Nurse - Weekend Shifts / Home Care

Lexington Country Place is seeking LPNs to join their team!
The LPN reports directly to the Director of Nursing.
**$1500 Sign-On Bonus paid every 3 months for up to 5 years**
Shift Details
7am-7pm; every other weekend
7pm-7am; every other weekend
PRN Shifts available

PURPOSE

The LPN is responsible for monitoring the health and wellbeing of our residents and provides leadership support and assistance with resident care and services.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to medication care administration, communication with resident support services and families and maintaining clinical quality assurance while leading, demonstrating and supporting all the elements of wellness which are core components of Phoenix programs and services.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Resident Care
Identifies on-going needs and services of residents through the assessment / Personalized Service Plan (PSP) process
Ensures proper follow through and documentation for residents with a change in clinical care needs
Assist the Wellness Director with Completing the clinical sections of monthly wellness visits and PSP to accurately reflect the resident monthly
Informs the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director of any changes in medication or service level that may result in a higher tier level or potential move-out
Assist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly for each resident prior to completing monthly wellness health updates
Assist with direct resident care as needed

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE- CERTIFICATION

Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
A minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals, preferred
Must have demonstrated Leadership capabilities
Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing, preferred
Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, available to our customers at peak service delivery days and times
Requirements

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Understanding of infection control procedures
Proficient in using MS Office
Understands and able to implement Personalized Service Plans
Understands advanced directives and end-of-life care
Understands and embraces the assisted living philosophy
Understands nursing function in assisted living, quality of care and quality of life objectives
Demonstrated knowledge of state regulations. Proficient in using state audit compliance tools
Is proficient in time management skills and adherence to deadlines
Has exceptional grammar and documentation skills
Understands basic concepts of risk management

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In an 8 hour workday, associate may stand / walk: Hours at one time: 0 - 2 Total hours/ day: 4 - 6 In an 8 hour workday, associate may sit: Hours at one time: 0 - 2 Total hours/ day: 2 - 4 In an 8 hour workday, associate may drive: 30-60 minutes, 1 - 2 times a week Associate will support / assist: (Maximum lbs) Frequency: 50 lbs Occasionally: 150 lbs Associate will lift / carry (Maximum lbs) Frequency: 40 lbs Occasionally: 70 lbs Height of lift: 3 - 4 feet Distance of carry: 30 yards Associate will use hands for repetitive: Simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, fine manipulation Associate should be able to: Bend: Frequently Squat: Frequently Kneel: Frequently Climb:Frequently Reach:Occasionally, 3 feet