LPN

Phoenix Senior Living; New Jersey; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at their New Jersey location to monitor resident health and wellbeing. Responsibilities include administering medication, supporting resident care, and ensuring clinical quality. The ideal candidate will have a valid LPN or RN license, leadership experience, and knowledge in assisted living and dementia care. Flexibility for shifts, including weekends, is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• Minimum of one year of experience working with elders or disabled individuals preferred.
• Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medication care.
• Communicate with resident support services and families.
• Identify and address ongoing needs and services of residents.

Skills

Communication with resident support services

Medication care administration

Leadership capabilities

Knowledge in assisted living and dementia care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse certification

Job description

Overview

The Neighborhood of Somerset is seeking a LPN to join their team!

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

• Medication care administration,.
• Communication with resident support services and families.
• Maintaining clinical quality assurance while leading, demonstrating and supporting all the elements of wellness which are core components of Phoenix programs and services.
• Resident Care: Identifies ongoing 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 status.
• 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.