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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Memory Care

Senior Lifestyle · Elgin, IL · 2 days ago
On-siteHealthcare$36/hrFull-time

About the Role

This position is responsible for providing licensed nursing services to residents, following the guidelines provided by Senior Lifestyle Corporation.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for medication administration for the residents in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines.
  • May be responsible for the admissions of new residents to include all admission assessments and documentation.
  • Responsible for completing acute and long-term care plans or service plans.
  • May be responsible for clinical system tracking (i.e. wounds or infection control) under the direction of the director.
  • Provide general consultation regarding health-related concerns within the community.
  • Notify physicians and/or family members of any change in resident’s health and provides proper documentation.
  • Respond quickly to all emergencies.
  • Maintain close communication with all departments and staff members.
  • Provide educational meetings for residents and staff.
  • Understand role in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
  • Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information.
  • May be responsible for discharges, assessments, and clinical documentation as needed.

Qualifications

  • Education: Training from an accredited licensed or vocational nursing program.
  • Area of Study: General nursing.
  • Experience: 1+ years in senior care or a related field.
  • Certifications: Must have a current Licensed Practical Nurse’s License in the state of practice and be CPR Certified.
  • Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate in emergency situations.
  • Technical Competencies: Basic computer skills.
  • Skills and Ability: Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.
  • Personal Attributes: High tolerance for working under pressure and handling critical situations in a calm and professional manner.

Pay

Starting rate: $36.00 per hour.

Schedule

Night time shift with every other weekend and varying days.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.
  • Eligibility to use DailyPay to access earned but unpaid wages before payday.

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