Licensed Practical Nurse - Avamere at Three Fountains

Avamere Living; Medford (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in skilled nursing is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join their dedicated team. This role is perfect for individuals passionate about patient care and looking to make a difference in the lives of residents. As a vital member of the nursing staff, you will coordinate care, administer medications, and maintain crucial records, all while fostering a supportive environment for both residents and staff. With opportunities for career development and a strong emphasis on teamwork, this position offers a fulfilling pathway for those eager to grow in their nursing career. Join a compassionate community where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Tuition assistance

Mentorship opportunities

Career development

Employee assistance program

Generous employee referral program

Paid time off/sick leave

401K retirement plan with employer match

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to earned income before payday

Qualifications

• Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must have a current, active LPN license in Oregon.

Responsibilities

• Complete required record keeping for admitting, transferring, and discharging residents.
• Prepare and administer medications, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Record Keeping

Communication Skills

Team Coordination

Electronic Medical Records

Education

Nursing Degree

Tools

Electronic Medical Records System

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Setting: Skilled Nursing

Shift Type: Full-Time or Part-Time

Shifts: Day 6am-6pm & NOC 6pm-6am

Location: Avamere Three Fountains - 835 Crater Lake Ave, Medford, OR 97504

We offer a strong, exciting team environment with group decision making culture! Whether you are fresh out of school, looking to improve your skills, or wanting to grow in your career, let Avamere help. As a team member with Avamere, you get the chance to make a difference every day in the lives of those you care for. If you have a passion for helping others, then look no further, we would love to have you join the Avamere Family!

Employee Perks:

• Tuition assistance
• Mentorship opportunities
• Career development
• Employee assistance program featuring counseling services, financial coaching, free legal services and more
• Generous employee referral program
• Paid time off/sick leave (rolls over annually)
• 401K retirement plan with employer match
• Comprehensive benefits package with medical coverage, voluntary dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and AD&D coverage
• Access up to 50% of your net earned income before payday

Responsibilities

• Complete required record keeping in regards to your role in admitting, transferring and discharging residents.
• Coordinate with nursing staff and support personnel daily to plan the shifts’ services, programs and activities to ensure the resident’s total regimen of care is maintained.
• Prepare and administer medications and review medication cards for completeness and accuracy.
• Review resident care plans for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches and revisions based on nursing needs.
• Plan, organize, develop, implement and interpret programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures that are necessary for providing quality care.
• Provide leadership to nursing personnel and make daily rounds of your unit to ensure staff is providing direct care in accordance with resident’s care plan and wishes.
• Develop and maintain rapport with nursing staff, other department personnel, residents, family members, and all other individuals involved in resident’s care.
• Participate in facility surveys by authorized government agencies.

Qualifications

• Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN in this state.
• Knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
• Must chart nurses’ notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and resident’s response to care.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records and computer documentation systems.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Licensed Practical Nurse

Avamere Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify