Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Skilled Nursing

Senior Lifestyle; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Access to DailyPay

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle in Auburn, Maine is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing services to residents. This role involves medication administration, conducting admissions assessments, and maintaining communication with healthcare teams.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of experience in senior care, a current LPN license, and strong communication skills. The position offers comprehensive benefits including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in senior care or related field.
• Ability to handle emergency situations calmly and professionally.
• Proficiency in English to perform job duties and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications in compliance with regulations.
• Perform admissions assessments for new residents.
• Maintain confidentiality of resident information.

Skills

Medication administration

Emergency response

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse’s License

Training from an accredited nursing program

CPR Certification

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. This position is responsible for providing licensed nursing services to residents, following the guidelines provided by Senior Lifestyle Corporation.

Job Description

• Responsible for medication administration for the residents in compliance with Federal & State regulations and Senior Lifestyle Corporation guidelines.
• May be responsible for the admissions of new residents to include all admission assessments and documentation.
• Responsible for completing acute and long-term care plans or service plans.
• May be responsible for clinical system tracking (i.e. wounds or infection control) under the direction of the director.
• Provide general consultation regarding health-related concerns within the community.
• Notify physicians and/or family members of any change in resident’s health and provides proper documentation.
• Respond quickly to all emergencies.
• Maintain close communication with all departments and staff members.
• Provide educational meetings for residents and staff.
• Understand roll in the Safety & Disaster Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality of residents’ and prospective residents’ information.
• May be responsible for discharges, assessments, and clinical documentation as needed.

Qualifications

Level of Formal Education: Training from an accredited licenses or vocational nursing program

Area of Study: General nursing

Years of Experience: 1+ years

Type of Experience: Senior care or related field

Special Certifications: Must have a Licensed Practical Nurse’s License current in the state in which they are practicing. Also, needs to be CPR Certified

Language Skills: Acceptable proficiency in English to perform job duties, communicate with supervisor and other employees, and respond and communicate to emergency situations.

Technical Competencies: Basic computer skills

Skills and Ability: Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.

Personal Attributes: high tolerance for working under pressure and handling critical situations in a calm and professional manner

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.