Licensed Practical Nurse ALF FT

Aviva Senior Living; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 sign-on bonus

12-hour shifts

Job summary

Aviva Senior Living in Sarasota, FL is hiring full-time LPNs to join our AL/MC team, working 12-hour shifts (3 per week) with a $1,000 sign-on bonus for starts before Sept 30. Under supervision of a licensed physician, you will direct and lead resident care in a long-term care setting.

Your responsibilities include updating care plans, reviewing orders and MAR, coordinating with health care staff, and maintaining accurate documentation while upholding infection control standards and resident

Qualifications

• Valid Florida license as an LPN.
• Knowledge of nursing practices, laws, and guidelines for long-term care.
• Ability to supervise CNAs and care staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct and lead resident care under the supervision of a licensed physician.
• Review care plans, orders, MAR and records to ensure resident needs are met.
• Supervise direct care staff during assigned shift and monitor service delivery.
• Complete required documentation accurately and timely.
• Ensure infection control standards are followed and participate in quality improvement.

Skills

Nursing care

Documentation

Staff supervision

Education

LPN license (Florida)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Anchin Pavilion - Sarasota, FL 34235

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: LPN license

Job Category: Nurse

Aviva Senior Living has specialized in creating a full-service community for seniors seeking an exceptional living experience for over 25 years. We offer a full continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation. Our non-profit organization believes in a reverence for life and was founded on traditional Jewish values.

Our passionate employees are the key to our success and pride themselves in putting forth the extra effort to produce an atmosphere of hospitality that is unrivaled in our region! We are looking for dedicated individuals who will support our vision to offer exceptional care and uphold our strong values. If you enjoy working with seniors, join our outstanding Aviva family and use your passion to make a difference in the lives of others!

Aviva is currently hiring for full-time LPNs in our AL/MC. Full-time LPNs work 12 hour shifts (3 per week).

We are currently offering a sign-on bonus of $1,000 for selected candidates who start before September 30th

Job Duties Include, but are not limited to:

• Under the direction of a licensed physician, directs and leads the care of Residents using specialized nursing skills related to long term care.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and adheres to Federal/State life safety codes, the Florida Nurse Practice Act, Standards of Practice for Long Term Care Nursing as well as legal, regulatory requirements.
• Reviews and updates care plan, physician orders, MAR/Pharmacy profile and other records to ensure resident needs are met.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and report the needs of the Residents appropriately.
• Coordinates, in cooperation with the nursing and facility leadership, ancillary health care and health education services for Residents.
• Identifies Resident problems, concerns, or issues and provide appropriate follow-up to ensure resolution.
• Supervises direct care staff and monitor effective service delivery during assigned shift.
• Reviews Resident treatment and medication records to assure quality of care.
• Participates in the evaluation of CNAs.
• Completes required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Acts in compliance with regulatory and professional; standards and guidelines.
• Performs routine nursing services for residents as directed.
• Adheres to facility policies and procedures and participates in facility quality improvement and safety programs.
• Oversees Falls Program and Pressure Sore Program for those resident on their team.
• Completes “point of service” documentation within the electronic medical record database.
• Demonstrates and supervises nursing assistants with adherence to strict standards of Infection Control and Prevention.

Resident Rights:

• Maintains the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.
• Treats all residents fairly, and with kindness, dignity and respect.
• Ensures that all nursing care is provided in privacy.
• Knocks before entering the resident’s room.

QualificationsEducational/Professional Qualifications:

• Valid Florida license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
• Supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of teamwork and team concept.
• Willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
• Able to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.