Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Hcshiring; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life Insurance

Disability coverage

PTO & holidays

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Sonata Vero Beach is seeking a dedicated nursing supervisor to lead the wellness team and ensure high-quality resident care.

You will supervise HHAs and CNAs, perform rounds, monitor patient conditions, and administer medications per physician orders in a respectful, safe environment.

CPR certification and an active nursing license are required; the role focuses on compassionate care for seniors in a premier living community.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program.
• Current state license to practice nursing.
• Experience in geriatric care settings preferred.
• Ability to communicate well, both written and verbal.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 60 lbs.
• CPR certification or obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Supervise HHAs, CNAs and facility staff.
• Make daily rounds of Assisted Living and retirement residents.
• Observe and report patient conditions to DOW/ED/physician.
• Administer medications and treatments per orders.
• Ensure supplies and equipment are available; order meds when needed.
• Orient new staff and assist with admissions and discharges.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Geriatric care

CPR certification

Physical ability

Education

Licensed practical nurse (LPN) license

Job description

You. Belong. Here.

At Sonata Vero Beach we place a high emphasis on the overall wellbeing of our residents and believe in providing excellent care and customer service! Come be a part of the excitement as we continue our journey of touching lives in this beautiful community and premier work atmosphere!

If that's not reason enough, as a certified Great Place to Work for 8 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

You deserve to be part of our thriving culture! Apply today!

info.flclearinghouse.com

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.