Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN

erickson; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision plans

401(k) with 3% match

Onsite medical centers

Job summary

Erickson Senior Living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join Riderwood Village in Silver Spring, MD. Provide direct clinical care in assisted living and skilled nursing with a focus on resident needs and safety.

You will document care in the EMR, update care plans as conditions change, and collaborate with RNs and providers to ensure quality outcomes. A competitive hourly wage is offered with shift differentials for evenings and nights.

Qualifications

• Licensed by the State of Maryland as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care is preferred.
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with residents and families to support holistic care.
• Assess, document, and communicate residents’ clinical status.
• Update care plans as care needs change.
• Supervise and guide care associates.
• Administer medications timely and accurately per orders.
• Attend meetings on resident outcomes and care.
• Respond promptly to residents and families.
• Participate in clinical reviews and improvement efforts.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the RN leader.

Skills

Compassionate care

Resident advocacy

Attention to detail

Education

LPN license

Tools

EMR

Job description

Location:

Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and provide exceptional care to residents in our Assisted Living and Skilled Nursing settings

In this role, you will play a vital role in supporting the health, well-being, and quality of life of our residents. You will provide direct clinical care within the neighborhood, ensuring services are delivered in accordance with established nursing standards of practice, state board of nursing regulations, and Erickson Senior Living policies and procedures.

Compensation: $32.00 per hour alongside additional shift differential earnings (Evening and Night Shift)

What we offer

• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values

• 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

• Licensed by the State of Maryland as a Licensed Practical Nurse

• CPR certification required

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care is preferred

• 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.

Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. 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. Riderwood 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