Licensed Vocational Nurse-FT

Lifespace Communities; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifespace Communities in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to join our resident-focused care team. This role supports interdisciplinary collaboration and delivers compassionate nursing services.

You will document resident conditions, administer medications, coordinate admissions and discharges, and communicate with families to ensure individualized, high-quality care. Competitive hourly pay and supportive team environment offered.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Certifications and Licensed Practical Nurse license and other licensure required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Participate with members of the interdisciplinary team to review, plan, coordinate and evaluate resident's care.
• Document the resident condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents in a timely manner.
• Develop, direct, and monitor nursing assistant assignments and adjust based on census and level of care required.
• Execute treatments as necessary and document reactions to medications and treatments.
• Generate, prepare, administrate, and chart all medications.
• Initiate physician orders
• Facilitate communication with families regarding change in medications and/or changes in the resident.
• Establish protocol to ensure care plans are continually reviewed for updated and accurate data that represents the individuality of the resident.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers in order to deliver quality customer service.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Nursing documentation

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license (LPN)

Job description

Community:

The Craig

Address:

5500 SW 9th AveAmarillo, Texas 79106

Pay Range

$25.24-$34.73+ Hourly

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and becoming a part of a meaningful mission. Join our talented Licensed Practical Nurse team today!

A few details about the role:

• Participate with members of the interdisciplinary team to review, plan, coordinate and evaluate resident's care.
• Document the resident condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents in a timely manner.
• Develop, direct, and monitor nursing assistant assignments and adjust based on census and level of care required.
• Execute treatments as necessary and document reactions to medications and treatments.
• Generate, prepare, administrate, and chart all medications.
• Initiate physician orders
• Facilitate communication with families regarding change in medications and/or changes in the resident.
• Establish protocol to ensure care plans are continually reviewed for updated and accurate data that represents the individuality of the resident.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges, and transfers in order to deliver quality customer service.

And here's what you need to apply:

• Licensed Practical Nurse graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• Certifications and Licensed Practical Nurse license and other licensure required by state regulations.

Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer