Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Linden Ponds by Erickson Senior Living; Braintree (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

PTO Plans

401k match

Onsite medical centers

Well-Being centers

Education assistance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Linden Ponds by Erickson Senior Living seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to provide clinical care to residents according to nursing standards and Erickson Senior Living guidelines.

Position is on-site in Massachusetts with shift options across Day, Evening, and Night. Compensation ranges from $34 to $45 per hour plus applicable shift differentials; benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, 401k with match, and education support.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse license (state) required.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
• Passion for caring for seniors and strong resident advocacy.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with residents and families with a consistent caregiver approach.
• Assess, observe, and document resident conditions; notify RN/provider as needed.
• Update or modify care plans to reflect changes in needs.
• Supervise and lead care associates.
• Administer medications accurately and timely.
• Participate in meetings related to resident outcomes and care.
• Respond promptly and professionally to residents and families.
• Contribute to reviews of clinical indicators (falls, wounds, nutrition, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned by RN clinical leader.

Skills

LPN/LVN license

CPR certification

LTC/home health experience

EMR experience

Resident advocacy

Job description

Location

Location: Linden Ponds by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). The LPN/LVN is responsible for providing clinical care to residents in the neighborhood according to the nursing standards of practice, board of nursing, and Erickson Senior Living standards.

Compensation

range $34-$45 hourly including applicable shift differentials. (Evening/Night- $4.50/ Weekends - $5.00) Rate determined by relevant experience and license history.

Shifts

All Shift (Day, Evening and Nights)

What we offer

• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
• PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• Free access to our on-site Team member Health and Well-Being Centers, plus Well-Being programs, tools and resources for you and your immediate family members
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How you will make an impact

• Developing relationships with the residents and their families using a consistent caregiver approach supporting the resident’s physical, spiritual, emotional, and clinical needs and focusing on placing the resident first.
• Assessing, observing, and evaluating resident’s clinical condition, document findings in the resident electronic medical record, and notify the provider and/or RN when necessary.
• Updating or modifying care plans as needed to reflect any changes to a resident’s care and service needs.
• Supervising and leading care associates
• Administering medications timely, accurately, and according to orders.
• Participating in meetings related to resident outcomes and care
• Responding to residents, family, or responsible parties in a timely and professional manner
• Participating in the review of clinical indicator reviews – falls, wounds, nutrition, antipsychotic use, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by RN clinical leader

What you will need

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care is preferred.
• Licensed by State as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• CPR certification required.
• A passion to care for seniors and be a strong resident advocate.
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred.

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Linden Ponds is a beautiful 108-acre continuing care retirement community located on the South Shore in Hingham, Massachusetts. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Linden Ponds helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.