LPN FLOAT NURSE

About the Role

The LPN Float Nurse (LPN or RN) operates under the supervision of the Regional Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing (DON), and the Executive Director (ED) of the assigned community. This role assists in the day-to-day operation of residence support services and supervises healthcare delivery within the residence. The Travel Nurse must remain on-site during their entire shift unless relieved, with notification required in case of a personal emergency.

Responsibilities

• Assist the DON and Executive Director in managing residence support services.
• Supervise healthcare provided to residents during the assigned shift.
• Manage resident medications, including storage, administration, and disposal in compliance with state, federal, and Morning Pointe policies.
• Assist residents with medication administration per physician orders and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee the health care of all residents, providing updates to families and staff in the absence of the DON or ED.
• Perform ongoing assessments of residents' physical and psychosocial needs and report changes to the DON and ED.
• Observe and document significant changes in resident conditions, including reactions to treatments or medications.
• Explain procedures and treatments to residents to alleviate apprehension.
• Respond to life-saving situations based on established standards, policies, and protocols.
• Adhere to the Nursing Practices Act as defined by the state of licensure.
• Coordinate and supervise Resident Services Assistants and Certified Nursing Assistants during the shift.
• Keep the DON and Executive Director informed of significant changes in residents, staff, or facility conditions.

Requirements

• Graduate of a state-accredited nursing school.
• Active and unrestricted LPN or RN license in the state where services are performed.
• Current CPR certification.
• Preferred experience with elderly care in nursing homes, assisted living, or residential settings.

Skills

• Ability to read, interpret, and follow safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Strong written communication skills for reports and correspondence.
• Effective verbal communication and ability to follow both written and oral instructions.
• Adherence to all verbal and written policies set forth by Morning Pointe.
• Basic mathematical computation skills.

Physical Demands

This position is classified as HEAVY, requiring:

• Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally.
• Exerting 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently.
• Exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, move, or carry objects.
• Constant standing and walking.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, turning, and stretching.
• Finger and hand dexterity.
• Visual and hearing acuity.