Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

633 Tallgrass Creek, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision packages

PTO Plans

401k with company match

Onsite medical centers

Well-Being Centers

Education assistance & certification

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Tallgrass Creek by Erickson Senior Living is seeking an LPN/LVN to provide compassionate clinical care to residents in our continuing care community. You will work on-site to assess, document, and implement care plans while collaborating with RNs and the care team.

Responsibilities include medication administration, resident rounds, and contributing to care planning, with emphasis on resident-first care and family communication. A license and CPR certification are required.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• Licensed by State as Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care to residents per nursing standards and Erickson Senior Living guidelines.
• Administer medications and monitor residents' conditions.
• Assess, document, and update care plans; communicate with RN/provider.

Job description

Location: Tallgrass Creek 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

Starting at $30 an hour, based on years of experience

What we offer

• 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.

Tallgrass Creek is a beautiful 65-acre continuing care retirement community located in Overland Park, Kansas, just minutes from the Kansas-Missouri border.

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.

Tallgrass Creek 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.

Since 1983, Erickson Senior Living’s national network of managed communities has been devoted to one mission—helping people live better lives.

If you're driven to make a difference and feel passionate about what you do, you'll thrive in an Erickson Senior Living career.

Experience a work and social environment beyond the traditional office setting, with access to multiple on-campus dining choices, health and wellness facilities, lush green spaces, and so much more.

Come see why we’re among the most respected names in senior living, now serving 27,000 residents with a team of more than 14,000 employees.