LPN

Phoenix Senior Living; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neighborhood at Decatur, run by Phoenix Senior Living, is seeking a Wellness Nurse (LPN) to join the team. The LPN reports to the Wellness Director and leads nursing care, medication administration, and resident health monitoring in an assisted living setting.

The role requires providing leadership in resident care, communicating with families, and ensuring quality assurance across wellness programs, with weekend/evening availability to meet peak service needs.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals.
• Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living and Dementia care preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Identify ongoing needs and services of residents through the assessment/PSP process.
• Ensure proper follow-through and documentation for changes in clinical care.
• Assist Wellness Director with completing monthly wellness visits and PSP updates.
• Inform Wellness Director/Executive Director of changes in medication or service levels.
• Assist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly for residents.

Skills

Leadership

Resident care

Clinical communication

Documentation

Education

LPN or RN license

Job description

Description

The Neighborhood at Decatur is seeking a Wellness Nurse to join their team! The LPN (Nurse MedTech) reports directly to the Wellness Director.

Shift Details

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Mon-Fri ; Every other weekend required

Purpose

The Wellness Nurse/Nurse Med Tech is responsible for monitoring the health and wellbeing of our residents and provides leadership support and assistance with resident care and services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to medication care administration, communication with resident support services and families and maintaining clinical quality assurance while leading, demonstrating and supporting all the elements of wellness which are core components of Phoenix programs and services.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Resident Care

• Identifies on-going needs and services of residents through the assessment / Personalized Service Plan (PSP) process
• Ensures proper follow through and documentation for residents with a change in clinical care needs
• Assist the Wellness Director with Completing the clinical sections of monthly wellness visits and PSP to accurately reflect the resident monthly
• Informs the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director of any changes in medication or service level that may result in a higher tier level or potential move-out
• Assist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly for each resident prior to completing monthly wellness health updates
• Assist with direct resident care as needed

Education/Experience/Licensure- Certification

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
• A minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals, preferred
• Must have demonstrated Leadership capabilities
• Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing, preferred
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, available to our customers at peak service delivery days and times