LPN

The Neighborhood at Paducah; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Neighborhood at Paducah is seeking a Wellness Nurse/Nurse Med Tech (LPN/RN) to join our team and support resident health and wellbeing. The role reports to the Wellness Director and participates in medication care administration, health monitoring, and wellness services.

Responsibilities include assessing resident needs through PSP, coordinating with families and support services, and maintaining clinical quality assurance while leading wellness initiatives.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed as LPN or RN.
• At least 1 year of experience with elders or disabled individuals preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
• Knowledge of Assisted Living and Dementia care or Skilled Nursing preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and monitor health needs.
• Communicate with resident support services and families.
• Maintain clinical quality assurance and wellness program standards.
• Lead and support wellness components of resident care.
• Assess resident needs via the PSP process and coordinate care.
• Ensure follow-through and documentation for changes in care or service level.
• Assist Wellness Director with monthly wellness visits and PSP updates.
• Monitor medications and vital signs as part of monthly wellness updates.
• Provide direct resident care as needed.

Skills

Leadership capabilities

Patient care

Documentation

Communication with families

Education

LPN or RN license

Job description

Description

The Neighborhood at Paducah 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