LPN Wellness Nurse Full Time (swing shifts 6a-6p & 6pm-6am)

About the role

The Wellness Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse) position at Maplewood Senior Living is responsible for assisting the Resident Services Director with the overall implementation, delivery, and coordination of Resident Care Services at the Community. Key responsibilities include supervising Resident Services Department associates, including C.N.A.'s (Resident Services Assistants), assisting in the medication program, maintaining positive relationships with residents, families, and physicians, reporting significant incidents and changes in residents' needs, supporting resident assessments and service plans, assisting with clinical assessments/recertifications per ALSA requirements, supporting the hiring and management of department staff, assisting with training and orientation of new associates, attending and participating in scheduled in-service programs, training, and associate meetings, providing coaching and mentoring to Resident Services Department associates as needed, and assisting with supervision of Resident Services Assistants during care provision.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Resident Services Department associates, including C.N.A.'s (Resident Services Assistants).
• Aid in supervising the medication program and assist residents with self-administration of medication.
• Maintain positive relations with residents, families, and physicians.
• Report any significant incidents and/or changes in residents' needs to the Executive Director/Resident Services Director.
• Support the completion of resident assessments and service plans.
• Aid in clinical assessments/recertifications per ALSA requirements.
• Support the Resident Services Director in hiring for and managing performance within the department.
• Aid in the training and participation in orientation of new associates.
• Attend and participate in scheduled in-service programs, training programs, and associate meetings.
• Aid in scheduling and staffing of Resident Services Assistants as needed.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to Resident Services Department associates as needed.
• Support residents and families as needed to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
• Aid in supervision of RSA staff during provision of care.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Licensed Practical Nurse currently licensed to practice in the appropriate state(s).
• Basic first aid and CPR certification.
• Two years full time or full time equivalent clinical experience.
• Experience in assisted living or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience and/or special interest working with seniors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR certification.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and standards.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

Includes medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company-paid time off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles, and voluntary Aflac insurance for full-time employees.

Pay

Competitive wages.

Schedule

(2) day shifts per week 6a-6p & (1) night shift per week 6p-6a.