LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Erickson Senior Living; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Growth opportunities

Diversity and inclusion culture

Job summary

Erickson Senior Living is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our community in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. As an LPN, you will provide clinical care to residents and develop meaningful relationships while overseeing care plans and administration of medications.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of experience in related fields and be licensed as an LPN. We offer competitive compensation and a supportive work environment focused on resident health and wellness.

Qualifications

• Requires at least 1 year of experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care.
• Must be licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• CPR certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care according to nursing standards.
• Develop relationships with residents and their families.
• Assess and evaluate residents' clinical conditions.
• Supervise and lead care associates.
• Administer medications accurately.

Skills

Clinical care

Resident advocacy

Communication

Electronic medical records

Team leadership

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license

CPR certification

Job description

Location: Chatsworth by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN). The LPN/LVN is responsible for providing clinical care to residents in the neighborhood according to the nursing standards of practice, board of nursing, and Erickson Senior Living standards.

All Shifts: 7am-3pm, 3pm to 11pm & 11pm to 7am

What We Offer

• Compensation: $30 an hour commensurate with experience
• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How You Will Make An Impact

• Developing relationships with the residents and their families using a consistent caregiver approach supporting the resident’s physical, spiritual, emotional, and clinical needs and focusing on placing the resident first.
• Assessing, observing, and evaluating resident’s clinical condition, document findings in the resident electronic medical record, and notify the provider and/or RN when necessary.
• Updating or modifying care plans as needed to reflect any changes to a resident’s care and service needs.
• Supervising and leading care associates
• Administering medications timely, accurately, and according to orders.
• Participating in meetings related to resident outcomes and care
• Responding to residents, family, or responsible parties in a timely and professional manner
• Participating in the review of clinical indicator reviews – falls, wounds, nutrition, antipsychotic use, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by RN clinical leader

What You Will Need

• Please read: The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) requires all new hires to successfully complete and pass an extensive Level 2 background screening, which covers U.S. Federal, State and City checks (submitting fingerprints), prior to the start of employment. For more information you can visit their website: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care is preferred.
• Licensed by State as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• CPR certification required.
• A passion to care for seniors and be a strong resident advocate.
• Experience with electronic medical records is preferred.

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Chatsworth is located in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, on the grounds of prestigious PGA National. We are part of Erickson Senior Living, a national network of communities with over 40 years of experience meeting the health and wellness needs of seniors. We offer a full continuum of care exclusively for seniors, including assisted living and memory care. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law