Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Employment: Part-Time

About the role

At Serenades at West Orange, we place a high emphasis on the overall wellbeing of our residents and believe in providing excellent care and customer service. Come be a part of the excitement as we continue our journey of touching lives in this beautiful community and premier work atmosphere.

We are looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) for the following shifts:

• Weekends: 11pm-7am and 3pm-11pm
• Full-time: 7am-3pm, Monday-Friday

Responsibilities

• Supervise HHAs, CNAs, and the facility staff.
• Make daily rounds of all Assisted Living residents and retirement residents if needed.
• Observe and report symptoms and conditions of patients to Director of Wellness (DOW) / Delegating R.N. / Physician.
• Administer medications and treatments per signed doctor’s orders in an accurate, safe manner; observe effectiveness and report to physician if needed.
• Inform DOW when supplies and equipment are needed.
• Order medication from pharmacy when needed.
• Supervise the Home Health Aide to ensure all nursing care is given properly, safely, and of the utmost quality.
• Administer emergency first aid.
• Ensure daily assignments for patient care and incidental duties performed by nurses and HHAs, as outlined by the Director of Wellness, are carried out.
• Complete nursing documentation, e.g., vital signs, weights, nurse’s notes, medication, kardex, etc.
• Recognize, interpret, and report conditions to the DOW/RN/Executive Director as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and neatness of nurse’s station, med room, and cart.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff.
• Complete admission and discharge evaluations as necessary.
• Check equipment for cleanliness and condition.
• Provide guidance for nursing assistants.
• Promote and maintain good interpersonal relationships with residents, visitors, and personnel.
• Perform related work as required per assignment.
• Understand duties and responsibilities are carried out for both assisted living and independent residents throughout the facility.

Note: The above duties include many of the tasks for an LPN. At times, it may be necessary to perform other duties as requested by the Director of Wellness.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program, currently licensed to practice per state.
• Work experience in the geriatric field.
• Ability to communicate well and in writing.
• Ability to deal with visitors, staff, and residents in a courteous manner.
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 60 lbs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure at times.
• Must be able to perform good grooming practices, maintain personal hygiene, and be punctual and regular in attendance.
• Must have a warm, friendly, congenial personality and present a professional appearance.
• Must possess an empathetic attitude towards seniors.
• Ability to assess a resident’s condition and intervene when needed.
• CPR certified, or obtained within 90 days of hire and yearly thereafter.
• May have their picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising.
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents’ apartments.

Benefits

As a Certified Great Place To Work for 8 years in a row, we proudly offer eligible team members:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Paid Time off and Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan