LPN

The Neighborhood at Decatur; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neighborhood at Decatur is seeking a Wellness Nurse/LPN to join their team, reporting to the Wellness Director. The role focuses on monitoring residents' health, medication administration, and leading wellness initiatives within our care program.

Requirements include LPN or RN licensure, at least one year working with elders or disabled individuals, and weekend/evening flexibility to meet peak service delivery times in our assisted living setting.

Qualifications

• The role requires a professional nursing license (LPN or RN).
• Minimum one year experience with elders or disabled individuals preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities are required.
• Knowledge in Assisted Living or Dementia care and Skilled Nursing preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours for peak service delivery.

Responsibilities

• Identifies ongoing needs and services of residents through the PSP process.
• Ensures proper follow-through and documentation for changes in clinical care needs.
• Assist Wellness Director with monthly wellness visits and PSP documentation.
• Inform Wellness/Executive Directors of changes in medication or service levels that may affect tier or move-out.
• Assist with obtaining weights and vital signs monthly before wellness updates.
• Assist with direct resident care as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Elder care experience

Clinical monitoring

Medication administration

Education

LPN or RN licensure

Job description

Description

The Neighborhood at Decatur is seeking a Wellness Nurses 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.

PRINCIPLE 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