Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Rockbridge Oaks; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Chattanooga as a Full and Part-Time Licensed Practical Nurse. You will supervise nursing staff, ensure high-quality care for residents, and work in a supportive environment that values your contributions. This role requires a compassionate approach to senior care and offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in residents' lives.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Company paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Disability

Paid Time Off and Holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program, currently licensed to practice per state.
• Work experience in the geriatric field.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor nursing staff to ensure quality care.
• Administer medications and treatments as per doctor's orders.
• Make daily rounds of all patients and report conditions.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Empathy

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

We are currently searching for Full andPart-Time Licensed Practical Nurses for our gorgeous Assisted Living and Memory Care community - Rockbridge Oaks - located in Chattanooga, TN. If you have a passion for working with seniors and providing them with excellent service and care, this opportunity is for you! Apply today to join our AMAZING team!

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AgeWell Solvere Living is currently hiring for our Assisted Livingand Memory care community - Rockbridge Oaks. This gorgeous senior living community started welcoming residents in2022. We arelocated inChattanooga,Tennessee— with easy access to the highway, the Chattanooga VA Clinic, Parkridge EastHospital and to all the charms the historic river city has to offer. Apply today to join our amazing team!

As a certified Great Place to Work for 7 years in a row, AgeWell Solvere Living proudly offers:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Company paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Job Summary

Responsible for carrying out the instructions of the Director of Wellness. Supervise and monitor nursing staff to obtain highest quality care by performing routine nursing duties. Accountable to Director of Wellness/Executive Director for all nursing department activities and maintaining the corporate philosophy of quality care.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supervise HHAs, CNAs and the facility staff.
• Make daily rounds of all Assisted Living residents and retirement residents if needed.
• Observes and reports symptoms and conditions of patients to Director of Wellness “DOW” /Delegating R.N./Physician.
• Administers medications and treatments per signed doctor’s orders in an accurate, safe manner, observes effectiveness and reports to physician if needed.
• Informs DOW of when supplies and equipment are needed.
• Orders medication from pharmacy when needed.
• Supervises the Home Health Aide to ensure that all nursing care is given properly, safely and of the up most quality.
• Administers emergency first aid.
• Assures that daily assignments for patient care, incidental duties, performed by nurse and HHA as outlined by Director of Wellness are carried out. Re: Nurse/HHA documentation, Ex: V/S, weights, nurse’s notes, medication, kardex, etc.
• Make daily rounds of all patients and area. Recognize, interpret and report conditions to the DOW/RN/ED as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and neatness of nurse’s station, med room and cart.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff.
• Complete admission and discharge evaluations as necessary.
• Check equipment for cleanliness and condition.
• Provide guidance for nursing assistants.
• Promote and maintain good interpersonal relationships with residents, visitors and personnel.
• Perform related work as required per assignment. Understands duties and responsibilities are carried out for both assisted living and independent residents throughout the facility

Note:

The above duties include many of the tasks for LPN. At times it may be necessary to perform other duties as requested by the Director of Wellness. Refusal to perform any task as directed by leadership will be cause for disciplinary action.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program, currently licensed to practice per state.
• Work experience in the geriatric field
• Ability to communicate well and in writing.
• Ability to deal with visitors, staff and residents in a courteous manner.
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 60lbs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure at times.
• Must be able to perform good grooming practices, personal hygiene and be punctual and regular in attendance.
• Must have warm, friendly, congenial personality. Must present a professional appearance and possess an empathetic attitude towards seniors.
• Ability to assess a resident’s condition and intervene when needed.
• CPR certified, or obtained within 90 days of hire and yearly thereafter.
• May have their picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising.
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents’ apartments.