Licensed Practical Nurse

American House Senior Living Communities; Mount Prospect (IL); On-site; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

American House Senior Living Communities in Mount Prospect is seeking a dedicated LPN under the Wellness Director to support residents in achieving the highest level of functional independence and psychosocial wellness. You will administer medications, monitor vital signs, and help with admission, discharge, and ongoing care planning.

Ideal candidates hold an LPN license, with 2+ years in geriatrics, CPR/First Aid certs, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of nursing experience, preferably in long-term care or geriatrics.
• Current Unencumbered LPN license in the state.
• Up to date first aid and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care to meet residents’ total needs.
• Administer, handle and store medications per policy and regulations.
• Assist maintain medication cart and storage room in order.
• Ensure accurate medication counts and cart security.
• Comply with policies for controlled substances and documentation.
• Use nursing judgment to report changes to Wellness Director/physician.
• Monitor resident status and communicate needs to Wellness Director.
• Provide emotional and physical comfort to residents.
• Report concerns to Wellness Director/Executive Director.
• Assist with vital signs and weight monitoring as required.
• Assist with move-ins/move-outs and discharge planning.

Skills

LPN license

Geriatrics

CPR certification

Vital signs monitoring

Resident care

Education

Nursing diploma/degree

Job description

Under the general direction of the Wellness Director, primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to providing assistance to the residents in maintaining their highest level of functional independence and psychosocial wellness.

LPN Duties/Responsibilities:

• Assumes responsibility for administering quality care to meet the total needs of residents
• Provides medication administration, handling, & storage as follows:
• Provides medication assistance for residents in accordance with state regulations and company policy including pouring, preparing, assisting with administration, and documentation
• Assists in maintaining the medication cart and storage room in a neat and orderly manner
• Accepts responsibility for accurate medication counts and for security of the medication cart and medication storage room for assigned shifts
• Comply with company policies and procedures related to controlled substances, narcotic count and documentation
• Use sound nursing judgment to evaluate changes in resident situations and report to Wellness Director and/or physician when appropriate.
• Observes changes in Resident status, needs, or preferences and communicates them to the Wellness Director
• Offers comfort and support, emotionally and physically, to residents
• Reports resident and staff concerns and/or issues to the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director, as designated.
• Assists with vital signs and weight monitoring monthly or more frequently as required for all residents and completes all required documentation
• Assists with resident move-in and move-outs and with resident discharge planning as needed
• Ensure compliance to the American House philosophy as well as all written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the Resident Services Department

LPN Required Skills/Abilities:

• 2+ years of nursing experience preferably with experience in long-term care or geriatrics
• Experience with dementia residents preferred
• Up to date first aid and CPR certification
• Current Unencumbered LPN license in the state
• Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adults.
• Willingness to work evenings and weekends
• Exceptional staff training and customer service skills
• Compassionate and friendly demeanor

LPN Education and Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
• Minimum 18 years of age
• Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, TB test and physical