LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) - Assisted Living (3-2-2 schedule, 7a - 7p) Gonzales, LA

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Gonzales (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking dedicated LPNs who are passionate about providing exceptional care to seniors in a supportive assisted living and memory care environment. This role involves supervising nursing activities, administering medications, and ensuring quality care for residents. Ideal candidates will have supervisory experience, a strong understanding of medical orders, and the ability to work independently while prioritizing tasks. If you are caring, reliable, and eager to make a positive impact in the lives of seniors, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• LPN with supervisory and medication oversight experience in assisted living.
• Experience with Alzheimer's and dementia care is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality care and supervises nursing activities of staff.
• Administers medications and performs resident admissions and discharges.

Skills

Patient Care

Supervisory Skills

Medication Administration

Multi-tasking

Caring and Observant

Education

College degree or equivalent

Experience in long-term care setting

Job description

Qualifications:

• We are looking for LPNs with a passion for working with seniors in our assisted living and memory care community.
• Provides quality care to the residents and supervises the nursing activities performed by Care Associates and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
• Admits, transfers, and discharges residents, as needed with the guidance of the Director of Wellness.
• Prepares and administers medications, as ordered by the Physician.
• Must have staff supervisory and medication oversight experience, preferably in an assisted living, memory care, nursing home, or similar environment.
• May administer professional services such as applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, and care for the dead/dying, as required.
• Experience assisting those with Alzheimer's disease and dementia is a plus.
• Must be caring, reliable, and observant with an understanding of MAR’s and doctors' orders.
• It’s essential to excel in prioritizing, multi-tasking, and working independently.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Executive Director and Wellness Director.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• College degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school.
• Six months to one year of experience in a long-term care setting.
• Memory Care experience preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS:

• LPN Licensure by the State of Louisiana.
• CPR Certification.

Pay from $27.50 per hour.