Licensed Practical Nurse — Senior Care & Patient Educator

Active Day; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care to members in accordance with physician orders and emergent needs. The role involves instruction to members, staff, and family while ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory standards.

The LPN will monitor vital signs, assist with daily activities, provide health education, and participate in cross-functional teamwork to enhance member experience.

Qualifications

• LPN license and CPR certification required.
• Valid malpractice insurance if applicable.
• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Experience in health care settings preferred (1 year FTE).
• Experience with seniors or adults with special needs preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with transfers.
• Successful background check and state regulatory requirements, where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care per plan of care, physician orders, and emergent needs.
• Monitor and document vital signs and treatment responses; report abnormalities.
• Assist with daily activities (hygiene, meals, ambulation, social activities).
• Provide health education to staff, members, and families.
• Provide emergency care as required.
• May administer medications with appropriate certification and supervision by RN.
• Maintain professional communication with members, families, co-workers, and referral agencies.
• Attend staff meetings and trainings; collaborate with cross-functional team.
• Comply with policies, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

LPN License

CPR Certification

Malpractice Insurance

Healthcare Experience

Senior Care Experience

Communication Skills

Time Management

Flexibility

Physical Stamina

Background Check

Job description

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to members in accordance with physician's orders and emergent needs. Duties involve providing instruction and assistance to members, staff and family members. The Licensed Practical Nurse ensures that all work complies with company policies and procedures, safety and regulatory laws and standards.

Qualifications

• LPN License, CPR certification, and valid malpractice insurance policy if applicable.
• At least 21 years of age.
• At least one-year full-time equivalent experience in a health care setting preferred.
• Prior experience working seniors and/or adults with special needs preferred.
• Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
• Able to multi-task and manage time effectively.
• Able to work a flexible schedule.
• Able to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds; able to stand for an extended period while providing physical assistance to members.
• Successful results of background check, and where applicable, additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care to members according to individual plan of care, physician's orders and
  emergency needs.
• Observes, monitors and documents members' vital signs and responses to treatments and
  medications, reporting abnormalities to Director of Nursing.
• Assists members as needed with daily functional activities, including but not limited to, hygiene,
  meals, ambulation, arrivals and departures, and social activities.
• Provides health education and instruction to staff, members and family members.
• Provides emergency care as required.
• May be required to administer medications with appropriate certification and supervision by the Registered Nurse.
• Communicate in a positive, courteous and professional manner with members and their
  families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community at large.
• Participate in staff meetings and in-service educational programs as requested; actively
  collaborate with cross-functional team, providing feedback and recommendations for
  enhancing the member experience and achieving the center’s overall goals and objectives.
• Comply with company policies and procedures, safety and regulatory laws and standards.
• Other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned at any time.

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