What are the responsibilities and job description for the PT LPN at a small Assisted Living Community - Flexible Hours position at Senior Living Management Careers?
Must be able to work a minimum of 16 hours weekly!
The LPN directs the daily functions of the resident care department in accordance with company policies and regulatory guidelines, along side the Resident Care Coordinator to ensure highest degree of quality care for all residents at all times.
• Develop and implement resident care program that meets the needs of all residents within parameters of company guidelines.
• Assist Executive Director with resident selection process to ensure conformity with company guidelines.
• Perform/assist with resident functional evaluations to determine residents’ level of care and develop appropriate care plan. Monitor resident admission process to ensure timely completion of required documentation and compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Coordinate new resident orientation process and assist with resident move-ins.
• Ensure accurate record keeping and proper maintenance of resident charts by reviewing chart documents regularly.
• Function as liaison to and communicate effectively and regularly with residents’ health care providers, residents and their family members.
• Coordinate medication, hospitalization, physician visits and/or appointments, including transportation.
• Oversee self-administration of prescribed and over-the counter medication in accordance with medication guidelines and ensure daily maintenance of medication observation record (MOR) for each resident.
• Support the recruitment and retention of qualified resident care staff as evidenced by good morale, enthusiasm, team spirit, and dedication to the residents and their families.
• Ensure adequate and effective orientation, training and support for all resident care staff members.
• Review staffing schedules to ensure staff resources are managed and scheduled efficiently to meet resident needs in accordance with budget.
• Monitor departmental spending. Review department declining ledgers weekly.
Job Requirements:
• Valid LPN license
• CPR/First Aid certified a plus or as required by State regulations.
• State required certifications, training and continuing education
• Demonstrated successful one to two years’ experience in managing a diverse workforce.
• Prior work experience in a geriatric, rehabilitation, nursing and/or assisted living environment.
• Knowledge of relevant rules, regulations, and laws.
• Excellent people skills and sincere appreciation of elderly persons
• Ability to support the community during severe weather conditions and other emergency situations.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and multi-task in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug and background screening.
Equal Opportunity Employer & drug-free Workplace
