Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Palms at Plantation; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great benefits (medical, dental,Vision

Life insurance

Job summary

The Palms at Plantation is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct resident care in a premier senior living community in Fort Lauderdale, FL. You will follow individualized care plans, administer medications, and monitor residents under the supervision of the Assistant Living Director.

This role requires strong patient care skills, a valid LPN license, CPR certification, and at least one year of related experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license for the applicable state required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• At least 1 year of related work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct resident care services according to each resident's plan of care.
• Administer medications following standards of practice and state regulations, with documentation.
• Perform resident assessments per state standards and facility policy.
• Observe residents for changes and report promptly to supervisor.
• Document observations, communications with responsible parties, and daily care.
• Complete and maintain individualized care plans for each resident.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Patient care

Observation

Documentation

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

About the Company:

We are a premier senior living retirement community dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive rewards program, and a true team environment. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career, we want to hear from you!

What You Will Do:

• Provide direct resident care services. Follow individualized plan of care for all residents.
• Administer medications following all standards of practice, state regulations and polices to include all required documentation, reporting and follow up.
• Perform resident assessments as required by the state standards/ regulations and facility policy, under the direction of the Director of Assisted Living.
• Observe residents for change in condition and report any changes immediately to supervisor and/or the Director of Assisted Living.
• Document all pertinent/relevant observations, communication with the resident’s responsible party, clinical procedures and daily assistance/care by the end of each shift.
• Complete and maintain current individualized care plan for each resident.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• The position falls under the supervision of the Director of Assisted Living and/or Director of Memory Care but is expected to perform independently and exercise good judgment. The position may assist with supervision, direction, and reviews of the work of other associates and may participates in performance appraisals and disciplinary action.

Why You Are Qualified:

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Licensed Practical Nurse in applicable state required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• At least 1 year of related work experience required.
• On a daily basis, throughout the workday: Must be capable of sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, reaching, turning, bending, stooping, crouching and kneeling, reaching over the head, grasping with both hands, and fine manipulation. Must physically be able to lift up to 25 pounds unassisted. Must physically be able to carry, transfer, push and pull, and reposition residents with assistance or using appropriate equipment.

Why You Should Apply:

• Competitive pay.
• Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance and more.
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holiday Pay programs

Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid references, pre-employment drug test, physical and proof of employment eligibility. EOE.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.