What are the responsibilities and job description for the Resident Care Director Assistant (LPN) position at Westview Meadows at Montpelier?
Shifts Available: Wednesdays & weekends
Westview Meadows in Montpelier, VT is seeking a Resident Care Director Assistant (LPN) to provide care to our residents. The LPN is responsible for supporting the RN. The preferred candidate will be eager to support our mission to provide a high-quality residential setting for senior individuals which promotes independence, individuality, choice and security while supporting and enhancing the quality of life for the population it serves.
Responsibilities:
- Support the RN at Westview Meadows.
- Provide medical input for residents, families, and staff.
- Assist in the development and update of each resident’s care plan by assessing residents’ functional status on an ongoing basis.
- Document information pertaining to changes in resident’ functional status, personal needs, appointments, etc.
- Assure that assistance plans are completed and arrange services and support to meet resident needs.
- Keep Executive Director aware of problems, concerns and updates of each resident and enlist her assistance as needed.
- Review all emergency calls for assistance by residents and complete a quality-action review on the treatment and handling of each emergency by staff.
- Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor or as necessary to maintain quality and continuity of services and safety of residents.
Qualifications:
- Active LPN Vermont State license.
- Two to five years’ experience providing resident care to the elderly, or similarly related experience.
- One year experience with resident assessment and care planning.
- Understand and conceptualize complex concepts, as well as ability to make appropriate decisions in stressful situations.
- High level communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Ability to show sincere compassion towards older adults.
- Demonstrates genuine concern for the physical and emotional needs of the elderly and their families.
- Must be proficient in basic office equipment, including a personal computer, for the purpose of accomplishing and maintaining a high level of job performance.
- Must pass appropriate background checks and be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Pay: $40.00 per hour
Salary : $40
