Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - NOC Shift

Maybelle Center; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 44,083 - 46,838; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Generous PTO policy

Meal provided during shift

Job summary

EmergencyMD in Portland, Oregon is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to oversee resident care in an assisted living facility. Key responsibilities include monitoring health, administering medications, and documenting care. The ideal candidate holds a valid LPN license with clinical experience, preferably in assisted living. Benefits include comprehensive health insurance, 401(k) matching, and generous PTO. This position supports a diverse and inclusive workplace, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience as an LPN.
• Previous experience in an assisted living facility is preferred.
• Knowledge of resident privacy and confidentiality requirements.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents' health and coordinate care.
• Assist with daily care needs and maintain accurate medical records.
• Document resident care using electronic health record systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Ability to work independently

Experience with behavioral health needs

Education

Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Job description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for monitoring residents' health, administering medications and treatments, assisting with daily care needs, and maintaining accurate medical records. This role supports the healthcare team in delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care while ensuring compliance with clinical standards, policies, and regulations. The LPN assists with resident health observations and reports changes in condition and helps implement individualized Service Plans and Treatment Service Plans (TSPs) to support resident well-being and independence. The LPN collaborates with staff to coordinate care and maintain effective communication. In addition, the NOC Shift LPN is the Manager on Duty and will report concerns and operational issues to the appropriate on-call staff.

Duties and Responsibilities

Care Coordination

• Assist with resident Health Evaluations for development and updates of Service Plans.
• Provide assistance with instrumental activities of daily living (ADLs), environmental orientation, assistance with medication, treatments, and other care while encouraging self-care and independence to Residents in an Assisted Living Facility with Special Needs Contract.
• Deliver services as indicated with each resident treatment and service plans (TSP).
• Conduct regular observations of residents and update Services Plan Agreements for all assisted living residents in accordance with state guidelines.
• Accurately document resident care using PointClickCare and other electronic health record systems.
• Perform neurological checks following resident falls and report findings according to facility protocols.
• Maintain effective communication with pharmacies, physicians, home health agencies, and other healthcare providers.
• Carries out quality assurance reviews from the electronic medical record and other data sources.
• Acts as a liaison between assisted living resident, family, and physician to coordinate the care needs of each resident within the boundaries of assisted living nursing assistance per Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) standards and requirements.
• Participates in the maintenance of assisted living resident's charts including weekly skin observations and Outside Coordination Notes and reviews documentation performed by staff on Provider/Pharmacy/3rd Party Provider Notes and documentation.
• Process orders and assist with the development and updates of Treatment and Service Plans (TSPs).
• Triage needs and concerns and respond appropriately to urgent situations in accordance with Oregon Board of Nursing best practice and standards.
• Provide support and backup to Direct Care Staff as needed, including medication administration when staffing needs require.
• Coordinate monitoring the weights of each assisted living resident and identify significant weight losses or gains to RN, for intervention planning.
• Encourage and support resident participation in behavioral health services, meetings, and care programs.
• Initiate home health services when appropriate and coordinate communication between the resident, physician, and home health agency.
• Follow the regulations and guidelines as set forth by the state of Oregon.

Other Duties

• NOC Shift LPN is the Manager on Duty and will report concerns and operational issues to the appropriate on-call staff.
• Manage the self‑medication assessment process in accordance with Oregon state guidelines and facility policies.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews utilizing electronic medical records and other available data sources.
• Audit medication carts and medication overflow supplies to ensure organization, compliance, and accuracy.
• Remove expired medications and coordinate appropriate replacement according to pharmacy and facility procedures.
• Apply direction change stickers to medications when orders are updated to ensure accurate administration.
• Coordinate and complete cycle fills with the pharmacy to maintain appropriate medication inventory. Assist with projects as assigned and perform other related duties.
• Perform other related duties as needed to ensure safe and effective resident care.
• Additional projects and responsibilities may be assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements

• Current, valid, and active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with a minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience.
• Previous experience in an assisted living facility setting preferred.
• Experience working with residents who have medical conditions, behavioral health needs, and/or current or past substance use disorders preferred.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals who may exhibit challenging behaviors in a behavioral health environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of resident privacy and confidentiality requirements, including protection of resident, employee, and organizational information and records.
• Ability to promote and maintain a dignified, respectful, and compassionate environment for residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and secure work environment and following safe work practices.
• Willingness to participate in training, services, and attend meetings as required.
• Requires passing pre-employment background check.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed above.

• The environment is characteristic of a facility in which healthcare is provided to the vulnerable adults and individuals requiring additional assistance due to special needs. The noise level is usually moderate.
• Regularly requires use of hands and fingers or various tasks such as administering medications, handling objects performing wound care, providing injections, documenting in electronic health records and assisting residents with personal care.
• Frequently involves sitting and reaching with hands and arms.
• Clear verbal communication and adequate hearing.
• Occasionally stand, walk, and move, bending, kneeling, stopping, and crouching within the work environment.
• Ability to frequently lift objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities needed for this job include close vision, depth perception, and the capacity to adjust focus, such as when reading or working on a computer.
• Ability to walk up and down three flights of stairs, occasionally.

Benefits / Perks

• Health insurance (paying 100% of the employee's premiums, and offer dependent coverage options)
• Employer Paid Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k) $1/$1 up to 4% employer matching option which is available after 60 days of service
• Monthly Tri-Met or parking pass
• Generous PTO policy (10 paid holidays and over 5 weeks of Paid time off)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Meal provided while on site during work shift.

Compensation and Schedule

Starting hourly range: $32.00 - $34.00 (+ shift differential for hours worked between 6pm and 6am)

Shift: 10:00pm- 06:30am (NOC)

Note to Potential Candidates

Studies have shown that women, trans, nonbinary, BIPOC, and other candidates from most-impacted communities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and that is welcome. We would strongly encourage you to apply, even if you feel you do not meet every one of the qualifications described. Maybelle Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.