LPN - Assisted Living (Day Shift)

Regency Senior Living; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Regency Senior Living in Morristown, TN is seeking an LPN/LVN to coordinate and provide nursing care for residents on-site. The role includes implementing physician orders, supervising staff, administering medications, and ensuring safety and compliance with nursing regulations.

The ideal candidate is a graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program, holds a valid license and CPR certification, and has nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited LPN/LVN School of Nursing.
• Valid LPN/LVN license in this state.
• Valid CPR certification.
• One year of nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Documents resident’s condition and nursing needs.
• Accurately and promptly implements physicians’ orders.
• Assigns nursing care to team members per resident’s needs and capabilities.
• Supervises, directs and evaluates junior staff and CNAs.
• Administers medications and performs treatments for residents and documents that treatment is required by Regency, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
• Ensures inventory and equipment are maintained safely and economically.
• Answers resident call lights and checks residents frequently.
• Reports suspected abuse to Director of Nursing/Administrator immediately.
• Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in residents.
• Participates in counseling, disciplinary actions, and termination of staff, as permitted by the state act.
• Supervises nursing unit/hall, including scheduling and directing staff as permitted by the state act.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Promotes interpersonal relationships and develops staff morale.
• Ensures inventory and supplies are maintained on the unit and communicates needs for housekeeping, maintenance, and dietary assistance.
• Answers resident call lights and ensures residents are checked frequently.
• Reports any suspected abuse to the Director of Nursing/Administrator immediately.

Skills

Nursing leadership

Team collaboration

Effective communication

Emergency response

Confidentiality

Education

LPN/LVN credential

CPR certification

Nursing experience preferred

Job description

JOB HIGHLIGHTS EDIT

Coordinates and provides nursing care for residents and provides supervision and guidance to clinical staff members. The scope of work may be modified by state-specific rules under The Nurse Practice Act.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned:

• Documents the resident’s condition and nursing needs.
• Accurately and promptly implements physicians’ orders.
• Assigns nursing care to team members in accordance with the resident’s needs and the person’s capabilities and qualifications.
• Supervises directs and evaluates junior staff members and C N A’s.
• Administers medications and performs treatments for assigned residents and documents that treatment is required by Regency, state, and federal regulations.
• Participates in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
• Ensures that supplies are utilized economically and that equipment is clean and maintained in a safe manner.
• Reports and records pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents.
• Coordinates nursing care of residents when scheduled for therapy or procedures by other departments.
• Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in residents.
• Participates in counseling, disciplinary action, and termination of staff, to the extent permitted by the state practice act.
• Supervises nursing unit/hall, which includes scheduling and directing staff to the extent permitted by the state practice act.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.
• Promotes interpersonal relationships and develops staff morale.
• Assures that inventory and supplies are maintained on the unit/hall and communicates the need for housekeeping, maintenance, and dietary assistance.
• Answer resident call lights and ensure that all residents are checked frequently.
• Any suspected abuse must be reported to the Director of Nursing/Administrator immediately.

QUALIFICATIONS

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience

• Graduate of accredited LPN/LVN School of Nursing.
• Valid LPN/LVN license in this state.
• Valid CPR certification.
• One year of experience in nursing is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skilled in motivating and directing the workforce.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with the residents and their family members, and at all levels of the facility.
• Ability to react decisively and quickly in emergency situations.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Customer Service Requirements

• Solicits resident/family feedback to understand their needs and the needs of the community.
• Work efforts reflect a passion for exceeding customer expectations.
• Be responsible by taking ownership of Quality Care that shows dedication to serving our residents’ lives through empathy and compassion.
• Demonstrate commitment to interpersonal excellence through professional greetings, proper telephone etiquette, common courtesy, a professional attitude, and appearance.
• Enriches the facility culture by having fun.
• Recognizes the benefit of team collaboration. Shows respect for fellow employees by working together to get the job done.
• Effectively addresses resident/family members' concerns and resolves conflict in a manner that is fair to all.