LPN

Phoenix Senior Living; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Lexington Country Place hires LPNs/RNs to monitor residents’ health and provide leadership in care delivery. The role reports to the Director of Nursing and includes a $1500 sign-on bonus paid every 3 months for up to five years.

Responsibilities include medication administration, coordination with families and support services, and maintaining clinical quality through wellness visits and PSP updates. Weekend and evening shifts are required, with PRN options available.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Medication care administration and monitoring of residents’ health.
• Communication with resident support services and families; maintaining documentation.
• Support and lead wellness initiatives and ensure core components of Phoenix programs and services are followed.
• Assist Wellness Director with clinical sections of monthly wellness visits and PSP updates.

Skills

Infection control

MS Office

Personalized Service Plans

End-of-life care

Assisted living philosophy

Nursing in assisted living

State regulations

Time management

Documentation skills

Risk management

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse

Job description

Description

Lexington Country Place is seeking LPNs to join their team!

The LPN reports directly to the Director of Nursing.

• $1500 Sign-On Bonus paid every 3 months for up to 5 years**

Shift Details

7am-7pm; every other weekend

7pm-7am; every other weekend

PRN Shifts available

Purpose

The LPN 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

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

• 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

Requirements

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Understanding of infection control procedures
• Proficient in using MS Office
• Understands and able to implement Personalized Service Plans
• Understands advanced directives and end-of-life care
• Understands and embraces the assisted living philosophy
• Understands nursing function in assisted living, quality of care and quality of life objectives
• Demonstrated knowledge of state regulations. Proficient in using state audit compliance tools
• Is proficient in time management skills and adherence to deadlines
• Has exceptional grammar and documentation skills
• Understands basic concepts of risk management

Physical Requirements

In an 8 hour workday, associate may stand / walk:

• Hours at one time: 0 - 2
• Total hours/ day: 4 – 6

In An 8 Hour Workday, Associate May Sit:

• Hours at one time: 0 - 2
• Total hours/ day: 2 – 4

In An 8 Hour Workday, Associate May Drive:

• 30-60 minutes, 1 - 2 times a week

Associate will support / assist: (Maximum lbs)

• Frequency: 50 lbs
• Occasionally: 150 lbs

Associate will lift / carry (Maximum lbs)

• Frequency: 40 lbs
• Occasionally: 70 lbs

Height of lift: 3 – 4 feet

Distance of carry: 30 yards

Associate Will Use Hands For Repetitive

• Simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, fine manipulation

Associate Should Be Able To

• Bend: Frequently
• Squat: Frequently
• Kneel: Frequently
• Climb:Frequently
• Reach:Occasionally, 3 feet