Licensed Practical Nurse

Carol Woods Retirement Community; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Carol Woods Retirement Community in Chapel Hill, NC seeks an LPN to provide direct nursing care and support to residents under RN or physician supervision.

The role emphasizes patient well‑being, adherence to policies, and participation in quality improvement activities, with after‑hours house calls as needed.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited nursing education program to prepare as a Practical Nurse.
• Current, unencumbered licensed as Licensed Practical Nurse in North Carolina.
• Current certification in CPR – Adult Module (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).

Responsibilities

• Participating in the assessment of the patient's physical and mental health, including the patient's reaction to illnesses and treatment regimens.
• Recording and reporting the results of the nursing assessment.
• Participating in implementing the health care plan developed by the registered nurse and/or prescribed by any person authorized by State law to prescribe such a plan, by performing tasks assigned or delegated by and performed under the supervision or under orders or directions of a registered nurse, physician licensed to practice medicine, dentist, or other person authorized by State law to provide the supervision.
• Assigning or delegating nursing interventions to other qualified personnel under the supervision of the registered nurse.
• Participating in the teaching and counseling of patients as assigned by a registered nurse, physician, or other qualified professional licensed to practice in North Carolina.
• Reporting and recording the nursing care rendered and the patient's response to that care.
• Maintaining safe and effective nursing care, whether rendered directly or indirectly.
• Communicating effectively with residents, family, and other members of the health care team.
• Delegating nursing care activities to other LPNs and unlicensed nursing personnel qualified to perform the activity.
• Utilizing established lines of communication to necessary support services, including dining services, therapies, transportation, supply, etc.
• Participating with the multidisciplinary team in addressing resident/family needs.
• Following established policies of the organization including, but not limited to, nursing, infection control, pharmacy, and environmental controls.
• Point Nurse: Performing emergency after‑hours house calls to Carol Woods residents on the CWs campus; providing services, including health care counseling to such residents, as ordered by the physician and/or deemed necessary following the nursing assessment (serves in this role as needed).
• Resource for questions and concerns from residents, family, staff, and other visitors in the Higher Levels of Support.
• Provide backup to the House Call Nurse as needed.
• Function as a point of contact for other departments during emergencies.
• Assist staff with troubleshooting any unexpected issues affecting the ability to provide support to the residents in the Higher Levels of Support.
• Initial contact for any resident/family concerns or needs, ensuring prompt attention and follow‑up.
• Communicate effectively with Director of Nursing or Nurse Coordinator to ensure continuity of care/operations and follow‑up on resident and staff questions and concerns.
• Assist with identifying staff to cover shifts for any staff call outs in the Higher Levels of Support; notify On‑call Nurse Leader of uncovered shifts.
• Other duties as assigned by Nurse Leadership or as necessitated "in the moment" to assure quality care.
• Participating in team efforts to monitor quality care issues.
• Be aware of staffing needs to cover 24‑hour care delivery.
• Document resident condition changes as pertinent to the LPN role.
• Update the plan of the day to reflect changes in areas of responsibility.
• Fiscal accountability, proper supply ordering and proper use/care of equipment.
• Completion of mandatory online educational modules (monthly and as otherwise assigned).
• Attendance at required educational sessions, in‑services, and staff meetings.
• Attendance at annual Culture Day session (full‑time mandatory).
• Involvement/understanding of organizational Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Confidentiality

Judgement

Organization

Problem solving/decision making

Technical/function expertise

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (NC)

CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Chapel Hill, NC 27514

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

Provides direct nursing care and other services to residents in the health care network under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.

Uphold and put into daily practice the values of Carol Woods. Support the well‑being and quality of life of every individual resident. Function as a good steward to resident resources. Contribute to CWs approach to continual quality improvement. Support the concepts of a learning organization.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Clinical Functions

• Participating in the assessment of the patient's physical and mental health, including the patient's reaction to illnesses and treatment regimens.
• Recording and reporting the results of the nursing assessment.
• Participating in implementing the health care plan developed by the registered nurse and/or prescribed by any person authorized by State law to prescribe such a plan, by performing tasks assigned or delegated by and performed under the supervision or under orders or directions of a registered nurse, physician licensed to practice medicine, dentist, or other person authorized by State law to provide the supervision.
• Assigning or delegating nursing interventions to other qualified personnel under the supervision of the registered nurse.
• Participating in the teaching and counseling of patients as assigned by a registered nurse, physician, or other qualified professional licensed to practice in North Carolina.
• Reporting and recording the nursing care rendered and the patient's response to that care.
• Maintaining safe and effective nursing care, whether rendered directly or indirectly.

b. In addition to the above the role of the LPN also includes:

• Communicating effectively with residents, family, and other members of the health care team.
• Delegating nursing care activities to other LPNs and unlicensed nursing personnel qualified to perform the activity.
• Utilizing established lines of communication to necessary support services, including dining services, therapies, transportation, supply, etc.
• Participating with the multidisciplinary team in addressing resident/family needs.
• Following established policies of the organization including, but not limited to, nursing, infection control, pharmacy, and environmental controls.
• Point Nurse: Performing emergency after‑hours house calls to Carol Woods residents on the CWs campus; providing services, including health care counseling to such residents, as ordered by the physician and/or deemed necessary following the nursing assessment (serves in this role as needed).

Responsibilities:

• Resource for questions and concerns from residents, family, staff, and other visitors in the Higher Levels of Support.
• Provide backup to the House Call Nurse as needed.
• Function as a point of contact for other departments during emergencies.
• Assist staff with troubleshooting any unexpected issues affecting the ability to provide support to the residents in the Higher Levels of Support.
• Initial contact for any resident/family concerns or needs, ensuring prompt attention and follow‑up.
• Communicate effectively with Director of Nursing or Nurse Coordinator to ensure continuity of care/operations and follow‑up on resident and staff questions and concerns.
• Assist with identifying staff to cover shifts for any staff call outs in the Higher Levels of Support; notify On‑call Nurse Leader of uncovered shifts.
• Other duties as assigned by Nurse Leadership or as necessitated "in the moment" to assure quality care.
• Participating in team efforts to monitor quality care issues.
• Be aware of staffing needs to cover 24‑hour care delivery.
• Document resident condition changes as pertinent to the LPN role.
• Update the plan of the day to reflect changes in areas of responsibility.
• Fiscal accountability, proper supply ordering and proper use/care of equipment.
• Completion of mandatory online educational modules (monthly and as otherwise assigned).
• Attendance at required educational sessions, in‑services, and staff meetings.
• Attendance at annual Culture Day session (full‑time mandatory).
• Involvement/understanding of organizational Quality Assurance Performance Improvement (QAPI) program.
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• Graduation from an accredited nursing education program to prepare as a Practical Nurse.
• Current, unencumbered licensed as Licensed Practical Nurse in North Carolina.
• Current certification in CPR – Adult Module (American Heart Association or American Red Cross).

Experience:

• Six months to one‑year experience as LPN.
• New graduates acceptable only for full‑time position.

Physical:

• Able to: Bend, stoop, squat, crawl, reach, kneel and lift to assist residents using proper body mechanics for sustained periods of time.
• Stand, walk for long periods.
• Move equipment or small pieces of furniture.

Competencies:

• Communication
• Confidentiality
• Judgement
• Organization
• Problem solving/decision making
• Technical/function expertise

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Climate controlled environment.
• Potential for exposure to communicable illnesses.
• Hazardous materials, e.g., cleaning chemicals.
• Blood/blood products.
• Benefit position – Full‑time position requires every other weekend scheduling commitment. Part‑time positions may require every other weekend scheduling commitment.