Meadow Falls of Madison, a senior living community offering Assisted Living, Memory Care, Adult Day, and Respite Care for seniors, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to care for our residents in a professional and considerate manner. As a member of our nursing team, you will work under the supervision of our Director of Nursing to provide high-quality, patient-centered care to our residents.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Responsibilities:
- Record a patient's medical history accurately
- Take and record measurements of blood pressure, temperature, heart rate, etc.
- Observe patients under treatment to identify progress, side-effects of medications, etc.
- Monitor patients' condition, including fluid intake and output, and compose patient charts
- Assist ailing patients in daily necessary activities such as eating, bathing, etc.
- Administer injections, prescribed medications, enemas, etc., clean and dress wounds, and assist with other basic medical care tasks
- Collect samples for lab testing as assigned
- Provide emotional and psychological support when needed
- Communicate with patients' family or friends to provide advice, comfort, and release instructions
Requirements:
- Proven experience as LPN or similar role
- Ability to undertake a variety of diverse care tasks and work in a multidisciplinary team
- Familiarity with hospital health, safety, and sanitation standards and procedures
- Understanding of confidentiality obligations and nursing best practices
- Excellent knowledge of medical and hospital terminology
- Good knowledge of MS Office and data entry
- Perfect physical condition and stamina
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate and able to handle stress
- Successful completion of LPN license program is a must
Work Environment:
- Our licensed practical nurse will work in a dynamic and supportive environment, providing care to our loving residents in a resort-style senior living community
- Standard shifts include day and night shifts
- In-person work location