Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

AgeWell Senior Living; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Company-paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Disability

PTO & Holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings with match

Job summary

AgeWell Solvere Living in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to supervise nursing staff and provide high-quality resident care in an assisted living environment.

You will administer medications, monitor residents, and collaborate with the Director of Wellness to ensure excellent care and compliance with policies. This full-time role offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program and licensed to practice per state.
• Experience in geriatric care.
• Ability to communicate well, both written and verbal.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 60 lbs.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure.
• Must have CPR certification, or obtain within 90 days of hire and yearly thereafter.
• Professional appearance with an empathetic attitude toward seniors.

Responsibilities

• Supervise HHAs, CNAs and facility staff.
• Make daily rounds of Assisted Living and retirement residents as needed.
• Observe and report symptoms to Director of Wellness/RN/Physician.
• Administer medications and treatments per doctor’s orders.
• Inform Director of Wellness of supplies and equipment needs.
• Order medications from pharmacy as needed.
• Ensure nursing care is given safely and with high quality.
• Maintain nursing documentation (v/s, weights, notes, kardex).
• Maintain orderly nurse station, med room and cart.
• Assist in orientation of new staff.
• Complete admission and discharge evaluations as necessary.
• Provide guidance for nursing assistants.
• Promote good relationships with residents, visitors and staff.

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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Sarasota, FL

Inspiration lives here.

At AgeWell Solvere Living, we don't just offer you a job; we invite you to become part of a dynamic team that champions your potential. Just as we honor the legacies of those who reside in our communities, we celebrate the dreams of those who work alongside us. Imagine a workplace where your efforts make a meaningful impact on lives, where your ideas are valued, and your growth is nurtured. That's the spirit of our culture - supportive, inclusive, and empowering.

As a certified Great Place to Work for 9 years in a row, we proudly offer eligible team members:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

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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.