Licensed Nursing Assistant

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and AD&D

PTO and six paid holidays

403(b) with employer match

Fitness center access

Life, AD&D; tuition assistance & schol

Employee assistance program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Covenant Living seeks an LPN to deliver patient care on a geriatric nursing unit in the Covenant Living community. The role emphasizes accurate documentation, collaboration with the care team, and compassionate support for residents and families.

The position offers a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and adherence to care protocols, with opportunities for professional growth within CovenantLiving and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent and LNA certification.
• Minimum 6 months full-time nursing assistant experience in long-term geriatric care.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively.
• Good observation and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct patient care per established policies and procedures.
• Document resident needs and conditions; notify staff of changes.
• On shift, supervise other non-licensed personnel on the nursing unit as needed.
• Communicate observations and concerns to the charge nurse and supervisor.
• Assist with admissions, orientation, discharge and transfers of residents.
• Assist with safe mobility, lifting, and use of walkers/wheelchairs.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Communication skills

Observation skills

English proficiency

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Licensed Nursing Aide

Job description

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! This position is accountable for delivering patient care according to established policies and procedures. The position is responsible for carrying out direct physical cares, documentation of resident needs and conditions, and when indicated, direction of other non-licensed personnel on the nursing unit. This position may be designated as "responsible/ charge" on a unit on a particular shift, but is accountable to the LPN for monitoring and RN for supervision. Communicate on a regular basis with the charge nurse regarding observations and suggestions of problem areas, resident and employee activities, concerns, needs, conditions, etc. Observe residents' medical, mental and emotional conditions and communicate changes to appropriate staff. Provide explanation and offer understanding of nursing care to residents and families according to procedures and provide support relating to medical care as appropriate. Monitors resident rooms for actual or potential safety hazards such as faulty electrical equipment, frayed electrical cords, scatter rugs, etc. and negotiates with the resident/family for replacement or removal. Demonstrates proper body mechanics in assisting residents, physical activities and lifting/moving items. Instructs/reinforces proper technique for residents in safe use of walkers and wheelchairs. Assist in the admission, orientation discharge and transfer of residents including but not limited to: packing/unpacking belongings, placement of personal belongings, initiating needed work orders, orienting resident to the apartment and unit environment. Obtaining shower and laundry schedule for new residents, assisting with dining room seating and introductions. EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE: Required Degree: High School Diploma Certificate(s): Licensed Nursing Aide Experience: 1 year experience as a Licensed Nursing Assistant KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY: This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or the equivalent plus a minimum of 6 months full time experience as a nursing assistant in a long-term geriatric setting. Requires a spirit of cooperation and enthusiasm to create an atmosphere conducive to rehabilitation and growth. Proven leadership skills necessary. Good observation skills are required. The position requires the ability to treat patient information confidentially. The individual must be well organized and the ability to understand and show compassion to senior adults is essential. Must be able to communicate (written and verbal) effectively in English with residents, family and staff. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The majority of time is spent between standing and walking. There is considerable amount of bending, stooping and supporting residents. Must be able to lift weights of 25 pounds, 50 pounds with assistance and the ability to support weights of 100 pounds. Manual dexterity and keen vision are necessary in use of equipment. May be exposed to unpleasant conditions and is at risk of exposure to potentially infectious material as part of the routine job functions.

• #LPN Compensation Pay Range: $18.15 - $24.14 per hour
• Reasonable Pay Estimate A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $18.15 - $24.14 per hour.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Life, AD&D Tuition assistance and scholarships Employee assistance program Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

We believe we are a great place to work. Covenant Living & CovenantCare at Home are faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) & Home Health organization. From the establishment of our first community - Covenant Home of Chicago in 1886 - to becoming the fifth-largest not-for-profit CCRC sponsor in the LeadingAge Ziegler Top 150, our goal has been to provide outstanding care and services to senior adults. We believe we are inspired to serve. We create joy and peace of mind for residents and their families by providing a better way of life. These are the standards of behavior we hold ourselves to in serving our residents. Safety I learn & follow safety policies & procedures. I immediately report unsafe conditions for staff, residents, & guests and fix when possible. I protect residents, co-workers, & myself from unsafe conditions and practices by reporting unsafe conditions and fixing it or having it fixed. Courtesy I smile & acknowledge everyone that I encounter. I carry myself in a manner that projects positivity, approachability, & respectfulness. I address the concerns of others by actively listening & seeking solutions. Responsiveness I take initiative to respond to the needs of others in a timely manner to achieve resolution. I anticipate the needs of others and respond in a timely manner. I communicate to others who need to join me in responding to the needs of others. I return phone calls within 24 hours. I identify action steps and communicate them to all vested parties. Image I ensure our environment is professional, welcoming, & clean. I follow CL policies, procedures, & all regulations. We believe in making a difference in others' lives. We have approximately 3,200 employees serving more than 5,000 residents in our nationwide family of continuing care retirement communities and home health. Construction and development continues on several of our 14 campuses, ensuring ever more exciting opportunities for employees to serve residents.