Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

The Highlands at Wyomissing; Wyomissing (Berks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A senior care facility located in Wyomissing is looking for a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide person-centered care in assisted living and rehabilitation. The LPN will administer medications, monitor resident well-being, and supervise Certified Nurse Aides. Candidates must have a PA LPN license, CPR, and First Aid certifications, along with exceptional communication skills. This full-time or part-time position requires flexibility in hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and dedicated with a commitment to person-centered care.
• 1-3 years nurse experience preferred, especially with older adults.
• Demonstrates professionalism and adaptability.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments under a Registered Nurse's supervision.
• Monitor resident well-being and foster a quality environment.
• Supervise Certified Nurse Aides (CNA) and ensure quality care.

Skills

Outstanding customer service ability

Excellent oral communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to handle multiple interruptions

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to adapt to changing needs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

PA Licensed Practical Nurse License

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

WYO 2000 Cambridge Ave Wyomissing, PA 19610, USA

The Highlands at Wyomissing® is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver person-centered care in our assisted living and rehabilitation departments. The LPN will administer medications and treatments, monitor resident well‑being, supervise Certified Nurse Aides, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality, safe, and dignified care. This role requires clinical expertise, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to fostering independence, safety, and meaningful resident engagement. Candidates must hold a PA LPN license, CPR and First Aid certification, and demonstrate professionalism, adaptability, and alignment with our core values of Ambassador, Commitment, Compassionate, Innovative, Results‑Driven, and Team Oriented.

Summary of Responsibilities

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) delivers person‑centered nursing care by administering medications and treatments, monitoring resident well‑being, and fostering an environment that supports independence, dignity, and quality of life. This role works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. It requires direct and indirect clinical care, oversight of Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs), coordination with interdisciplinary teams, and active participation in safety, infection control, and quality assurance initiatives within the skilled nursing and rehabilitation departments.

Essential Functions / Duties

Clinical Care and Documentation

• Administer and document medications, treatments, and diagnostic tests accurately, following physician orders, facility policy, and all relevant regulations.
• Monitor for and promptly report adverse reactions, medication effectiveness, and inappropriate prescriptions to the RN or physician.
• Transcribe medication orders with precision and maintain current, complete, and compliant medication records.
• Perform nursing assessments, routine evaluations, and ongoing documentation of resident well‑being, including physical, cognitive, and behavioral changes.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of medications, including identification, usage, side effects, and proper modes of administration.
• Maintain medication carts, storage areas, and medication refrigerators in compliance with policy; ensure expired or discontinued medications are removed and disposed of properly.

Oversight and Support of Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs)

• Supervise and support CNAs to ensure delivery of quality, person‑centered care aligned with care plans and facility standards.
• Monitor CNA documentation for accuracy and completeness; provide real‑time coaching and feedback to ensure compliance with care protocols.
• Serve as a clinical resource and team lead, assisting CNAs as needed and modeling best practices in resident care, teamwork, and communication.

Resident‑Centered Engagement and Support

• Encourage and support resident independence in daily living activities, adapting care approaches to promote dignity and individual capabilities.
• Utilize appropriate interventions for residents with cognitive impairments, such as dementia, incorporating strategies that respect the residents’ autonomy and safety.
• Foster meaningful, compassionate, and respectful relationships with residents, families, and team members.

Environmental Safety and Infection Control

• Maintain a clean, safe, organized, and pleasant environment in all resident care areas.
• Proactively identify and report equipment hazards or unsafe conditions; follow appropriate protocols for safety and emergency preparedness.
• Comply with infection control standards, including hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment, and prevention of cross‑contamination.
• Participate in regular safety and emergency response drills to support community preparedness.

Communication and Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Maintain open, timely, and professional communication with residents, families, and the care team.
• Report significant observations, incidents, or changes in condition promptly to the charge nurse or physician.
• Actively participate in shift‑change reports, care conferences, and interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure coordinated care planning.

Flexibility and Professionalism

• Adapt to changing resident needs, team dynamics, and departmental priorities with a positive and solution‑oriented mindset.
• Willingly assume additional responsibilities as assigned by management to ensure continuity of care and optimal team function.
• Maintain professional demeanor and contribute to a culture of kindness, respect, and continuous improvement.

Regulatory Compliance, Training, and Continuous Improvement

• Stay informed of and compliant with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Promote and uphold the organization’s core values, customer service expectations, and commitment to resident safety and excellence in care.
• Participate in and complete all required ongoing training, including monthly online and in‑person training, annual skills competencies education, and role‑specific certifications, to ensure continued competence and adherence to organizational and regulatory standards.

Required Skills / Abilities

• Possess outstanding customer service ability
• Ability to maintain accurate records and produce effective documentation
• Excellent oral communication skills including a clear speaking voice
• Ability to work under conditions that may be distracting
• Ability to handle multiple interruptions of routine tasks
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to adapt to changing needs
• Ability to use a resident and customer‑focused approach to problem‑solving and resident care
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
• Ability to effectively communicate

Supervisory Responsibilities

• The Licensed Practical Nurse provides direct supervision and oversight to Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs), ensuring quality care delivery, accurate documentation, and adherence to care protocols. The LPN also serves as a clinical resource and role model, supporting CNA performance through coaching, collaboration, and accountability.

Core Values

• AMBASSADOR: Represents The Highlands at Wyomissing® in a positive light with integrity. Takes pride in our community.
• COMMITMENT: Dedicated, adaptable, tolerant, dependable, focused, and passionate. Often does more than is required. Reports to work as scheduled and timely.
• COMPASSIONATE: Is empathetic, mindful, and kind.
• INNOVATIVE: Is curious. Identifies new methods and efficiencies.
• RESULTS‑DRIVEN: Has a strong sense of urgency about solving problems and completing work. Exerts unusual effort over time to achieve a goal. Maintains commitment to goals in the face of obstacles and frustrations.
• TEAM ORIENTED: Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

• This is a full‑time or part‑time position. Standards days and hours of work vary. The position requires the ability to work during non‑standard hours including evenings (depending on shift assigned), weekends, holidays, and during inclement weather.

Travel

• No travel is expected for this position.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High school Diploma or GED (Required)
• 1-3 years nurse experience and ability to administer medications to older adults in a long‑term care or dementia facility (Preferred)
• PA Licensed Practical Nurse License (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)
• Completion of the Highlands Hearthstone Ambassador training within 30 days of employment (Required)

Work Authorization / Security Clearances

• Medical Screening
• Criminal History Clearance
• FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Only required if you have not lived in PA for the last 2 years)
• Immigration and naturalization (I‑9) Clearance

Physical Requirements and Physical Demands

• Hearing: Adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone.
• Speaking: Must be able to communicate clearly in person and over the telephone.
• Writing: Must be able to accurately document pertinent information either by writing or typing.
• Vision: Visual acuity adequate to perform job duties, including reading information from printed sources and computer screens.
• Continuously within shift (67‑100%): Walking, Standing
• Frequently within shift (34‑66%): Sitting
• Occasionally within shift (1‑33%): Crouching, Squatting, Crawling, Kneeling, Pulling from floor level up, Reaching above head, Reaching above shoulder, Bending, Pulling with force, Push/Pull (up to 350 lbs.), Lift from floor level up, Lift from waist level up, Lift above shoulders/head, Lifting 50 lbs. maximum and occasionally lifting and/or carrying objects, Lifting 25 lbs. maximum and frequently and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 lbs. Ability to lift, push, pull with assistance (mechanical or co‑worker) the weight of the average resident specific to the department.

Safety Hazards and Physical Environment

• May be exposed to blood‑borne pathogens - High Risk
• May be exposed to communicable diseases
• May be exposed to high noise levels
• May be exposed to moving mechanical parts
• May be exposed to potential electrical shock
• May be exposed to toxic, caustic chemicals, and / or detergents
• May be exposed to rare occasions during which it is necessary to interact with a resident exhibiting aggressive behavior.

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