LPN

Situated at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Balfour Senior Living in Louisville, CO is committed to a work environment of integrity, respect, and a customer focus.

About the role

The Licensed Nurse provides high-quality nursing services to community residents based on each resident’s individual service plan and physician’s orders. Responsible for delivering quality care by encouraging independence and ensuring each resident’s physical, social, cultural, and intellectual well-being.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents’ well-being in a general way and report any changes in condition to the appropriate associate/department immediately.
• Assist residents with simple requests as needed or find an appropriate associate to assist.
• Learn resident preferences to provide exemplary customer service, exceed resident expectations, and enhance resident satisfaction.
• Assess residents to identify their physical, psychosocial, and environmental needs.
• Follow all environmental and safety guidelines/stands per company policy and procedure.
• Identify and recommend other disciplines needed for quality care of the resident.
• Document evaluation of nursing interventions including resident response.
• Assess resident and staff knowledge base of disease process, treatment regimen, and/or medication administration and assist with care plans.
• Provide resident care activities under the direction of the Care Services Director or Director of Nursing using current nursing standards.
• Assist with Medication Management Program.
• Present required new hire training and ongoing skills training for associates and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Support ongoing associate and peer recognition and appreciation.
• Support open and honest communication with and between all associates.
• Work as part of the team within your department and across the community.
• Maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working.
• Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately.
• Adhere to all regulations, laws, and Kisco standards, including the Associate Handbook.
• Support continuous improvement.
• Understand and support the community sales process.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited RN/LVN/LPN program.
• One-year or more experience as a nurse in a senior care setting preferred.
• Assisted living and/or dementia experience preferred.
• Current active, unencumbered nursing license in the state of practice.
• Basic competency in the use of multiple forms of technology, including Microsoft Office applications, internet-based, and custom applications.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• A free meal per shift.
• Healthcare benefits including vision & dental (full-time only).
• Matching 401k (full-time only).
• Paid time off.
• Rewards and bonus opportunities.
• Continuous training and growth opportunities.

Pay

$38-$42/hr

Schedule

Monday and Tuesday + every other weekend, 6:30am-6:30pm.