Summary:

The LPN ensures that all residents receive all medications and treatments as prescribed by physician and in accordance with state/federal regulations and facility policy/procedures. Performs job according to Laurelwood job specific responsibilities. Previous experience in assisted Living or nursing home setting is preferred. Able to delegate tasks and monitor duties of non-licensed staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

• Provides direct care to residents according to each resident’s overall plan of care, including medications and treatments.
• Participates in the care planning process, as assigned.
• Documents medications and treatments given, resident progress and condition changes, and other documentation assigned.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides basic first aid for employees and visitors in the facility, including completion of incident reports.
• Communicates changes in residents’ conditions to the responsible party and Director of Nursing in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

• Assisted Living environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours including 8 or 12 hour shifts and weekends.

Compensation:

• $27-$30 per hour plus monthly attendance bonus.

Physical Demands:

• Continuous walking and standing.
• Must be able to utilize proper body mechanics while lifting up to 75 pounds.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, push, pull, sit and walk for periods of time.

Qualifications:

• Must have completed post-secondary education coursework to facilitate licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Must be able to relate positively and favorably to individual/consumer and families and work cooperatively with other associates.
• Must have a current license in good standing.
• Must be knowledgeable of individual service plans including understanding of resident’s rights, health needs and program implementation activities.

The job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

Laurelwood reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Standard shift:

• Evening shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Preferred)

Work Location: In person