Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN)

Distinctive Living; Fanwood (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Paid Time Off

401k Retirement Plan & Life Insurance

Team Member Assistance Program

Job summary

Distinctive Living in New Jersey invites applications for a full-time or part-time LPN/LVN. The role focuses on resident health assessment, care plan development, and regulatory compliance under the Director of Health and Wellness.

Responsibilities include monitoring residents, communicating needs to health staff, supervising care aides, and ensuring accurate MAR documentation, order transcription, and ongoing training, while adhering to HIPAA and safety standards.

Qualifications

• LPN/LVN licensure required.
• One year of nursing or caregiver experience preferred.
• Supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows services in the resident's plan and documents changes per rules and policies.
• Communicates resident needs to the Director, Health and Wellness as needed.
• Performs hands-on care and nursing tasks and reviews care plans for regulatory compliance.
• Provides clinical support and training to care staff.
• Assists in transcription of physicians' orders and reviews new orders.
• Maintains required certifications and ongoing trainings for licensing.
• Ensures HIPAA, OSHA and bloodborne pathogen guidelines are followed.
• Fosters teamwork and supports safe, respectful resident care.

Skills

LPN/LVN licensure

Nursing experience

Supervisory experience

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Read physician orders

Medical terminology

Verbal/written communication

Education

LPN/LVN Licensure

Job description

Welcome to Distinctive Living, we're seeking a LPN/LVN (Full-Time or Part-Time) for our (Community Name & Location)

Here at Distinctive Living, we want our people to realize their full potential. We're passionate about personal and professional growth and will do everything we can to help you flourish. We deeply care about our team-members and partners and strive to provide a culture where people feel valued and inspired.

The LPN/LVN is responsible for assessment of resident health status for both new and existing residents and the subsequent development of the care or service plan. Under the direction of the Director, Health and Wellness, this position is responsible for routine communication with direct care staff, medication aides, other nursing staff, the Director, Health and Wellness, and the Administrator about the needs of residents and maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards. Provides ongoing audit and reviews clinical systems to ensure compliance with State regulations and policies.

Benefits when choosing a career with Distinctive:

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Retirement Plan & Life Insurance
• Team Member Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

1. Follows the services outlined in each resident's service plan in a friendly and supportive manner. Documents any observed change of condition in accordance with local rules and regulations and policies.
2. Communicates with Director, Health and Wellness on resident needs on an as needed basis to ensure consistent quality services.
3. Participates in providing hands on care and specific nursing tasks as required and in support of the resident's care plan. Reviews care plans and ensures the plan meets with resident's specific level of support as required by state regulations.
4. Provides clinical support and training of care staff in support of continuing education requirements for care staff.
5. Assists in transcription of physicians' orders and the review of new physicians' orders.
6. Maintains the proper certifications required by local and state licensing agencies which include on-going in-service trainings, accreditations, specific coursework and certifications.
7. Assists the community with compliance with the
8. CQI Program. Reports identified issues not supporting quality services to Executive Director.
9. Provides specific review of Medication Administration Records (MARs) and review of the Daily Report to ensure appropriate clinical interventions are implemented and reviewed on those residents on alert or with acuity changes. Other CQI tasks may be assigned by the Director, Health and Wellness or Executive Director as required.
10. Follows all local, state and federal rules and regulations as they apply to services delivered for all residents. This involves resident care and documentation and compliance with HIPAA, OHSA, and Blood Borne Pathogen Guidelines.
11. Works in a safe manner, supports other employees in working in a safe manner, and corrects unsafe actions. Compliant with Safety Committee Standards. Should workplace injuries occur, when required, assists the Executive Director and Director, Health and Wellness with the investigation, return to work, and management of the injured worker communication with care provider and Management Company.
12. Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions which assists others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors. Models professional behavior in communication with residents, families, visitors, physicians, and both clinical and non-clinical staff in the community.
13. Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Required Skills and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required. LPN/LVN licensure required.
• Must have one year of experience as a nurse or caregiver preferably in assisted living, home health or memory care.
• Minimum six months experience in a supervisory role.
• Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel preferred.
• Must be able to read physician orders and match to Medication Administration Records for residents.
• Understanding of medical terminology adequate to pass medications and communicate with medical professionals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to communicate verbally in person and over the phone.