LPN 7p - 7a FT 3/4 EOW 1-200 SE

Arbor Acres United Methodist Retirement Community Inc; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) matched up to 6%

Employee Assistance Program

Free meals per shift

Wellness Center access

Scholarships and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Arbor Acres Retirement Community in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a compassionate LPN/RN to deliver high-quality resident care and support our dedicated care team. This role emphasizes individualized care, safety, and respectful interactions with residents and families.

You will verify medications, document care, assist with admissions and transfers, and support CNAs to maintain excellence in daily living activities. LPN or RN license in NC required.

Qualifications

• Licensed practical or registered nurse in North Carolina.
• Strong patient communication and care planning.
• Ability to collaborate with CNAs and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and document MAR details.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers.
• Support the care team to ensure quality resident care.

Skills

LPN/LRN License

Compassionate care

Resident relations

Education

NC LPN or RN license

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

EKG equipment

Job description

Arbor Acres Retirement Community | Winston-Salem, NCDo you enjoy bringing exceptional care to older adults while building meaningful relationships with your team and the residents of our community? Arbor Acres is seeking compassionate, knowledgeable LPN to join a community that values individual choices and artistry in both living and work.In this role, you'll ensure resident medical care is top notch, while helping to create a living experience which values the idea of community, participation and independence for. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants rewarding work that makes a difference every day.Why Arbor Acres?Our residents are generally low-acuity and we have an exceptional staff to resident ratio. Our ideal employee believes that the job tasks are important, but also values connecting with residents. We believe that connection enhances the residents’ lives, but brings equally brings a sense of meaning and fulfillment to our staff.At Arbor Acres, our employees are more than team members. We're a community. We believe in supporting one another, celebrating successes, and creating meaningful connections with our residents and coworkers.Benefits of joining our team include:Welcoming, values-based cultureA focus on learning and growth. We offer scholarships and tuition reimbursement, and have a department dedicated to building training for leadership growth and onboarding support. We are also building opportunities to enhance internal and external career options and growth.We celebrate accomplishments on an ongoing basis and annually at our Recognition Breakfast, to include celebrations for Employee of the Quarter, Service Awards and Scholarship ApplicantsCelebration Weeks (for each department & the whole company): Food Trucks, DJs, Raffles and AwardsPart and Full-Time Benefits: 403(b); matched at 200% (up to 6% of salary), Employee Assistance Program (6 free counseling sessions annually), Generous Resident Christmas Gift, Full-Time Benefits: Excellent Medical Plan with Text Medicine, Vision, Dental, and the company fully pays for Short and Long-Term Disability.Free meal per shift with a great menu and options to purchase other food items on campus, Employee Auction, Wellness Center access while you are on break or just before or after your shiftWhat You'll DoAs an LPN or RN, you will:Directs, instructs, teaches, coaches, corrects and disciplines as appropriate the RAs and Medical Unit Secretaries in order to develop an effective team and assure the quality of work performed.Verifies identity of residents receiving medications, mixes or assembles drugs, administers drugs to resident, observes ingestion and records n MAR.Documents effectiveness of PRN drug on MAR.Maintains up-to-date medical records of care given. Documents reasons for which prescribed drugs are not administered, i.e. resident away from building, etc.Assists with assessment of resident needs.Assists with admissions, discharges and transfers as necessary.Collects and communicates information on resident conditions.Assures accountability for controlled drugs.Reports supply needs to appropriate personnel.Reports pharmaceutical needs to appropriate personnel.Performs tasks as assigned, including but not limited to, the following:dresses wounds, gives enemas and douchesapplies hot and cold compresses as neededoperates EKG, suctioning equipment and O2 equipmentobtains specimens for laboratoryperforms venipuncture12.Performs duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by the Director of Nursing or another authorized supervisor.What We're Looking ForSuccessful candidates will:Enjoy working with people and building relationships with residentsBe dependable and committed to excellent attendanceHave strong customer service and communication skillsBe comfortable working in an environment with high expectations and standards, requiring attention to detailPreferred ExperienceWe welcome recent LPNs with an alignment to our values of dedication and care; our pay rate is dependent on past experience. To work in this role, an LPN or RN License is required in the state of NC.Bilingual is a plus, but not required (some of our residents may have a native language which brings them joy to speak with others.)ScheduleArbor Acres operates 365 days a year, and team members are expected to be dependable and committed year round.Physical RequirementsThis position will require passing an ergonomic assessment to ensure the ability to perform this role with or without accommodation. The position entails walking, squatting, reaching, helping residents into lifts, and pushing weight in a wheelchair/ medication cart.Additional InformationArbor Acres maintains high standards of attendance and reliability due to the critical role dining services play in resident care. We are looking for candidates who value consistency, accountability, and teamwork.If you're looking for rewarding work where you can make a daily impact in the lives of seniors while being part of a supportive and caring community, we'd love to hear from you.Apply today and become part of the Arbor Acres team!We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.This job description is not intended as an all-inclusive list of essential functions which the individual holding this position may be required to perform. The individual may be required to perform additional tasks at the discretion of any authorized supervisor. Arbor Acres reserves the right to change or modify this job description at any time with or without notice.Five reasons to become an \"Artist\" (Employee) at Arbor Acres:The Diversity & Artistry of our staff plus a strong CNA to resident ratio means high standards and an unmatchable resident & Artist experience.Our Benefits: Free (and excellent) meals, Above Average Shift Differentials, Time and a Half Pay for all worked Holidays (8), (FT) Medical, Dental & Vision, Long Term and Short Term Disability, Life Insurance, Retirement (we match double, up to 6% of your pay), PTO and PTO sellback, Scholarships and Tuition Reimbursement, Emergency Support for Artists in crisis, Employee Assistance Program for ALL employees, Onsite Wellness Center with employee hours. (Some benefits may not apply to PRN or PT.)We listen. We adjust. We believe your knowledge is important for us to hear.We celebrate and appreciate. This is a fun place to work. Whether it is the Christmas Gift from our residents, Artist Appreciation Week or a departmental celebration, you will know we care.We're building expansive PALETTE leadership and staff development programming to support your career growth.LPN Duties and ResponsibilitiesWorks closely with other staff in order to promote an effective team and assure the quality of work performed.Ensures residents are cared for and protected, supporting CNAs to ensure care at the highest level.Verifies identity of residents receiving medications, mixes or assembles drugs, administers drugs to resident, observes ingestion and records n MAR.Documents effectiveness of PRN drug on MAR.Maintains up-to-date medical records of care given. Documents reasons for which prescribed drugs are not administered, i.e. resident away from building, etc.Assists with assessment of resident needs.Assists with admissions, discharges and transfers as necessary.Collects and communicates information on resident conditions.Assures accountability for controlled drugs.Reports supply needs to appropriate personnel.Reports pharmaceutical needs to appropriate personnel.Performs LPN duties within scope of practice: Dresses wounds, gives enemas and douches, applies hot and cold compresses as needed, operates EKG, suctioning equipment and O2 equipment, obtains specimens for laboratory, performs venipuncture.LPN/RN Typical Physical DemandsMust be able to lift 30 lbs. without mechanical assistance.Must be able to push residents that weigh up to 200 lbs. in a wheelchair.Must be able to turn, bend, stoop and stretch in order to assist patients/residents.Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.LPN/RN Key Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesThe ability to understand, speak, read/write English and perform general math calculations (pill counts, etc.)Knowledge of duties within LPN scope of practice.Able to value other staff and residents to promote a healthy team environment.Bilingual is a plus, but not required.Minimum EducationGraduation from a recognized LPN or RN course of study approved by the North Carolina Board of Nursing.License and/or Certification RequiredLicense to practice nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina.Must have valid and active North Carolina Driver's license.