Licensed Vocational Nurse II

Villa Gardens Retirement Community is Hiring!

LVN

On-Call / Weekends / PM Shift 2:30pm-11:00pm

$38 - $40 per hour

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing/Director of Health Service is responsible for meeting the needs of our residents and supervising CNAs / Nurses Aids to ensure quality resident care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

· Provides quality Customer Service efficiently to residents, families, co-workers and vendors in a manner to ensure satisfaction.

· Arrives to work on time, in proper clean uniform, good personal hygiene and with nametag visible.

· Coordinates and performs resident assessments and plan of care evaluations when appropriate.

· Coordinates and performs needed treatments, medications or other nursing interventions as indicated by the patient plan of care or as ordered by the physician.

· Ensures all needed emergency measures are followed as per facility policy and within standards of nursing practice.

· Maintains inventory of medical supplies and medications to meet patient/resident needs.

· Ensures that all patient/resident rights are protected.

· Maintains all documentation as required by Federal and State regulations and Company policy.

· Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner. Uses equipment correctly and safely in performing patient/resident care. Follows department safety protocols at all times. Wears safety equipment as required for the job. Reports any safety hazards and/or accidents to supervisor.

· Follows highest standards of cleanliness. Follows all federal, state and corporate policies, health codes and guidelines in preparation and handling of foodstuffs.

· Attends all mandatory in-service meetings. Complies with all department and facilities policies and procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS and QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

· Current LVN licensure on file. Experience in long-term care community health, geriatric and/or rehabilitative nursing desirable. Knowledgeable in current State and Federal regulation.

· Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

· Basic mathematical skills required.

· Must be able to understand, follow, support and initiate policies and procedures of the facility. Must be able to recognize emergency situations and respond appropriately.

Front Porch is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We support all aspects of diversity and provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability or status as a veteran in accordance with the applicable nondiscrimination laws. Final candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment physical, physical abilities test, drug screen and Department of Justice Criminal background clearance.

Salary : $38 - $40