LPN

The Phoenix at Opelika; Pepperell (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix at Opelika is seeking a Wellness Nurse to join their team. The LPN reports directly to the Wellness Director and helps monitor the health and wellbeing of residents while leading wellness initiatives across programs.

Responsibilities include medication administration, coordinating with families and support services, and maintaining clinical quality assurance. Weekend and evening availability is required to meet peak service delivery times.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with current license.
• Minimum 1 year experience with elders or disabled individuals preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities in a care setting.
• Knowledge of Assisted Living and Dementia care preferred.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Monitor health and wellbeing of residents and support wellness programs.
• Medication care administration and documentation.
• Communicate with resident families and support services.
• Support PSP and wellness visits; document changes in care needs.
• Assist Wellness Director with clinical sections of monthly wellness activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Flexibility

Education

LPN or RN license

Job description

Description

The Phoenix at Opelika 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