Licensed Practical Nurse

About the role

Kirkwood by the River is a life plan senior living community located in Birmingham, Alabama, offering Independent Living cottages and apartments, Assisted Living, Memory Care Assisted Living, Short-term Rehab, and Skilled Nursing. Residents enjoy independent, active lifestyles with seamless access to healthcare services as needs change over time. As a single-site, non-profit organization, Kirkwood by the River is guided by a local Board of Directors with a strong commitment to community and resident-centered care. Approximately 150 team members work collaboratively to provide a supportive, respectful environment for residents and colleagues. The community values compassion, professionalism, and long-term relationships with both residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct nursing care to residents across levels of care, including Assisted Living, Memory Care, Rehab, and Skilled Nursing
• Administering medications and treatments
• Monitoring vital signs
• Documenting care accurately
• Reporting changes in residents' conditions to the interdisciplinary team
• Collaborating with nurses, therapists, physicians, and caregivers to implement care plans
• Supporting rehabilitation goals
• Promoting resident safety and comfort
• Assisting residents with activities of daily living as needed
• Providing education to residents and families
• Supporting infection control and quality improvement initiatives
• Upholding regulatory standards
• Following facility policies and procedures
• Contributing to a positive, person-centered environment

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in the state of Alabama and eligibility to practice in a long-term care or senior living setting
• Demonstrated clinical skills in medication administration, basic wound care, vital sign monitoring, and documentation in electronic health records
• Experience or strong interest in geriatric nursing, assisted living, memory care, rehab, or skilled nursing environments
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for working with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, including prioritizing multiple resident needs and maintaining attention to detail
• Commitment to person-centered care, resident dignity, and cultural sensitivity, with a calm and professional approach in stressful situations
• Ability to stand, walk, lift, and assist residents safely, following proper body mechanics and facility safety protocols
• Basic computer literacy and comfort with electronic health record systems; willingness to learn new tools and processes