Licensed Practical Nurse-Full Time/Day Shift-7am-7pm

National Church Residences; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus after 90 days: $2,500

Sign-on bonus after 180 days: $2,500

Job summary

National Church Residences is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct nursing care and case management to seniors within our Senior Services division. You will implement the plan of care, document accurately, and educate residents and families as needed.

The role requires an LPN license in good standing and ~12 months of facility/agency nursing experience. On-call rotation and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team are integral parts of the job.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in nursing field as an LPN.
• Experience: 12 months facility/agency nursing experience preferred.
• Licensure: Current LPN license in good standing in the state(s) of practice.
• Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care as defined by the State Nurse Practice Act and physician orders.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the RN.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation per the plan of care.
• Assesses and educates patients and families about diagnosis and plan of care.
• Coordinates home health services with RN Case Manager and Director of Clinical Management.
• Mentors and educates direct care staff under RN supervision.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively.
• Participates in on-call rotation.
• Attends interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care.

Skills

Communication

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Nursing degree (LPN)

Job description

Job Description: Title: Licensed Practical Nurse Division: Senior Services Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Clinical Leadership $2,500 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment Additional $2,500 sign-on bonus after 180 days of employment

PURPOSE

According to prescribed policies and procedures of the organization including all applicable federal, state and accreditation regulations and reporting to the Clinical Leader, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care services and case management to clients and families by implementing nursing interventions set forth by the plan of care.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides direct patient care as defined in the State Nurse Practice Act and as ordered by the physician.
• Implements plan of care initiated by the registered nurse.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation consistent with the plan of care.
• Assesses and provides patient and family/caregiver education and information pertinent to diagnosis and plan of care.
• Participates in coordination of home health services, appropriately reporting the identified needs for other disciplines to the registered nurse, RN Case Manager and/or Director of Clinical Management.
• Provides mentoring, coaching, and education to the direct care staff, under the supervision of the RN.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Participates in personal and professional growth and development.
• Participates in on-call rotation.
• Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate the care of the client and family; exchange information and problem solve; and receive staff support and education.

EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates and maintains a positive, professional manner, manages time efficiently and effectively, provides leadership as a role model to promote a team approach, collaborates and participates in policy creation and appropriate problem-solving methods. Must adhere to all policies, procedures, terms and conditions set forth in the National Church Residences’ Employee Information Guide (EIG), the Code of Conduct, as well as any facility handbook, including but not limited to, corporate compliance, drug free workplace, safe work practices, all federal, state, local regulations and laws. With respect to Resident Rights, ensures all care is provided with respect and dignity for the residents/clients, their families and the staff. Reports all complaints made by residents/clients and/or families to the appropriate supervisors, reports all allegations of abuse, misappropriation of funds/resident property and/or any other corporate compliance, drug free workplace, safe work practices, all federal, state and local regulations and laws. Completes all annual education requirements timely, including but not limited to Compliance, Privacy, Security and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Conduct in the performance of their duties. Performs other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATION SHEET – Licensed Practical Nurse

• Education: Degree in nursing field as a licensed practical nurse.
• Experience: 12 months facility/agency experience in nursing as an LPN preferred.
• Travel: Continuous, necessary on a daily basis. Must have a valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and qualified to drive under the organization’s motor vehicle check.
• Mental: Must have good verbal and written communication, comprehension, computer and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to speak, read, write and understand English.
• Licensure: Must have a current LPN license in good standing in the state(s) in which practicing.
• Vision: Normal: Consistent with standard workflow.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, military status, disability, genetic information and/or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

National Church Residences serves more than 46,000 seniors through our array of housing and health care services. Our organization is driven by a vision to advance better living for 100,000 seniors by 2030, wherever they call home. With more than 360 communities across the U.S., we are the nation’s largest nonprofit provider of affordable senior housing and the largest manager of service coordinators. We also offer residential senior communities, home and community-based services, as well as permanent supportive housing for the formerly homeless and disabled. National Church Residences believes in finding, recruiting, developing, and rewarding talent. We hire people with the greatest potential and then we give them the resources they need to do their best work and grow. Our employees care about each other and they enjoy working in an environment that encourages their performance at the highest levels.

Your best career move starts with National Church Residences.