Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Artis Senior Living of Brick; Lexington (MA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Lexington location. This full-time role involves providing clinical support to residents with Alzheimer's and ensuring their safety and comfort. The position offers a flexible schedule on the 2nd shift, requiring every other weekend. Ideal candidates will have experience in geriatric nursing and a passion for working with the elderly.

Qualifications

• Experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia or behavioral health conditions required.
• Must maintain continuing education credits as required by state.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical monitoring and support for residents.
• Administer medication and document care provided.
• Supervise Care Partners and Home Health Aides.

Skills

Clinical Monitoring

Support for Alzheimer's/Dementia

Emotional Support

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job description

ASL of Lexington
Artis Senior Living | Waltham
430 Concord Ave
Lexington, MA 02421, USA

*Starting pay is $40 / hour!
*This is a full-time position offering a flexible schedule on 2nd shift (3pm-11pm)! Every other weekend is required!

The LPN will provide clinical monitoring and support for residents with Alzheimer's/Dementia. Ensures that all restorative, support and preventative measures are met in accordance with applicable state laws and regulations. Experience with Alzheimer's/Dementia or behavioral health conditions, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role.

Artis Senior Living is a portfolio of 25 Assisted Living and Memory Care communities serving over 1,500 families today. To empower our residents to live more independently, we build a bridge between their lifelong identity and their present daily life. By gathering a thorough and thoughtful understanding of their history, interests, and personal qualities, we create a structure and routine that promotes better health, reduces stress, and increases engagement and joy - that's why we like to say we are good at "Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today."

The LPN will:

• Take an active role in resident assessments, development of service plans, and daily care.
• Oversee and implement the self-administered medication management program for residents.
• Administer medication and/or treatment to residents in accordance with physician orders.
• Document and report care provided and resident observations including unusual or significant changes in physical, mental, or behavioral conditions.
• Provide emotional support, physical comfort, and ensure ongoing safety of residents.
• Supervise Care Partners and Home Health Aides in providing resident care in accordance with State, Federal, and Artis guidelines.
• Ensure residents receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes their individual needs and rights.
• Assist in the marketing of the community by touring and participating in public relations events; establishing relationships with potential resident referral sources.
• Assist with resident move-ins and relocations, help residents acclimate to their new surroundings and community personnel.
• Perform other duties as required.

Education Requirements:

• Must possess current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) designation as granted by State Board of Nursing.
• Fulfill and maintain continuing education credits as required by state.
• Experience in rehabilitative or geriatric nursing is preferred.

Qualifications

Skills

Behaviors

Motivations

Education

Experience

Licenses & Certifications

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