LPN Wellness Nurse - Per Diem

About the role

The Every Other Saturday 11PM-7AM LPN position at Maplewood Senior Living is a per-diem non-exempt role. We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced LPN to join our team.

Essential Functions

• Supervise Resident Services Department associates, including C.N.A.’s (Resident Services Assistants).
• Assist in supervising the medication program and assist the residents with self-administration of medication.
• Maintain positive relations with residents, families and physicians.
• Report any significant incidents and/or changes in the 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.
• Participate in the training and orientation of new associates.
• Attend and participate in scheduled in-service programs, training programs, and associate meetings.
• Afford assistance with 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 level of customer satisfaction.
• Assist with supervision of RSA staff during provision of care.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Compliance & Safety

• Follows emergency procedures.
• Understands safety practices and procedures.

Communication

• Communicates effectively with supervisor and other staff.
• Encourages positive work environment.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification

• 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.

Physical Requirements

• In good physical and emotional health and free of communicable diseases.
• Physically able to bend and reach.
• Physically able to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. at times.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Able to transfer residents and use a Hoyer Lift and other medical equipment when needed.

Miscellaneous

• Required to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired.
• May be required to work extended hours.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions.
• Could be subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents due to mental status.

Benefits

Competitive wages
Flexible shifts
Growth opportunities
Bonus & incentive programs
Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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