What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse PRN position at The Summit Senior Living Community- LifeSpire?
PRN- As Needed
Join us at The Summit where we impact lives and build careers!
We are a regional leader in senior care and are located in Lynchburg, Virginia! Our mission is to empower individuals with choices in purposeful living built on values of faith, servant leadership, stewardship, integrity, peace of mind, innovation and joy.
If you are looking to make a difference, we’d love to talk to you!
The Summit is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team! This position helps to fulfill the care requirements of the residents. They will work within their entire scope of practice. The LPN will be fully accountable for ensuring that the utmost competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all residents.
We are seeking a very special candidate for this important role! We offer perks such as discounted meals, team member appreciation events, flexible scheduling and generous paid time off. We have a strong reputation for workplace excellence and our leadership demonstrates team member commitment and appreciation every day!
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide bedside care
- Administer medications and document therapeutic effects
- Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respiration)
- Assist with resident comfort
- Prepare and administer injections and/or enemas
- Collect samples
- Communicate with Lab
- Provide wound care
- Work with MD, NP as necessary
- Communicate with Pharmacy Staff
Minimum Requirements:
- Completed one year of nursing school
- 2 plus years of nursing experience preferred
- Experience working in long-term care or assisted living preferred
- Current first aid and CPR certification
- Current LPN license in the state of Virginia
- Willingness to work weekends
- Compassionate and friendly demeanor
Benefits:
- Competitive Compensation based on experience and level of care!
- Shift Differentials!
- Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Tuition and Educational Reimbursement
- Flexible scheduling & generous PTO plan
- Supportive environment to grow your career
- 4.5% dollar for dollar match on our 403B
- First dollar generous contributions to HSA accounts plus a match!
- Amazing residents, team members, and leaders!
At The Summit, energy, compassion, creativity and talents are valued and rewarded. We want you to be the best you can be – we can do this together with work/life integration, coaching, and opportunities to grow. Together we can make a difference for residents and their families. Come join our winning team!
We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
