LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Day Shift

Homewood Retirement Centers; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking retirement community where your role as an LPN will be vital in enhancing residents' well-being. In this fulfilling position, you will administer care, manage nursing assistants, and ensure a nurturing environment. Your expertise will directly impact the lives of seniors, making every day rewarding. Enjoy a dynamic workplace that values teamwork and creativity, alongside a comprehensive benefits package that supports your professional growth and personal well-being. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Paid time off

Student loan assistance

Shift differentials

Referral bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance options

Dental insurance options

Vision insurance options

Life insurance options

Retirement contributions

Qualifications

• Must hold a current LPN license in the state of care.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Delegate daily duties to nursing assistants and monitor care delivery.
• Participate in care planning and evaluate residents' needs.

Skills

Judgment capabilities

Initiative

Dependability

Communication skills

Emergency response

Education

Current and valid LPN license

Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) program

Job description

Join our mission

to honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another.

Homewood at Plum Creek

We are a dedicated team of professionals committed to building a strong and secure future for our community. Nestled on more than 100 scenic acres in Hanover, Pennsylvania (just a hop, skip, and a jump from Maryland), our community offers the perfect blend of tranquility and convenience, and offers services ranging from personal care, memory care, and skilled nursing.

Here at Homewood at Plum Creek, teamwork and compassionate collaboration reign supreme. We foster a dynamic, forward-thinking atmosphere where care and creativity flourish. Join our team, and you'll not only grow professionally but also be part of a group committed to making the world a better place; one smiling face at a time!

What’s in it for you?

As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy these exceptional benefits & perks:

• Paid time off, with an opportunity to cash out each year
• Assistance for new LPNs/RNs – we pay up to 50% of your student loans
• Shift and weekend differentials

But that’s not all! Our comprehensive benefits package also includes:

• Referral bonus of up to $600
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Retirement contributions
• Professional licensure reimbursement

Want to know more? Visit Homewood Benefits for all the details.

What Makes This Job Special?

In this role, you'll be at the heart of our residents' well-being, delivering care that goes above and beyond. Your days will be filled with opportunities to showcase your expertise, from administering medications and treatments with precision to maintaining meticulous records of care provided.

As a leader in our team, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring top-notch care by delegating daily duties to nursing assistants and hospitality aides. Your guidance and support will be instrumental in creating a nurturing and compassionate environment for our residents. You'll actively participate in care planning, using your knowledge and skills to evaluate the physical and psychological needs of our residents. Your empathetic and professional approach will make a world of difference in their lives.

A Day in the Life of an LPN:

• Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
• Provides accurate and descriptive records of medical and nursing care of the residents.
• Assigns daily resident care duties to Nursing Assistants and Hospitality Aides, monitors and evaluates the delivery of care.
• Accurately transcribes and carries out all physicians’ orders and assists with physician visits.
• Participates in resident care planning.
• Evaluates and is alert to the physical and psychological needs of the residents and responds in accordance with proper nursing techniques and protocol.
• Assists with admissions and discharges of residents.
• Assists in the management of Nursing Assistants and Hospitality Aides.
• Assists with direct resident care as time and responsibilities permit.
• Assists with carrying out physician orders.
• Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as well as personnel matters as confidential information.
• Complies with established Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures and maintains established standards and practices.
• Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor.

Our Requirements:

• Current and valid LPN license in the state you will be providing care. If you are currently a student in an LPN program, please see the Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) position.
• Judgment capabilities, initiative, and dependability.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English well.
• Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, and turn frequently throughout the course of an eight-hour shift.
• Ability to lift 30 pounds in assisting co-workers with resident lifts, transfers, etc. several times throughout the shift.
• Standing and walking distances constantly throughout the campus is required during the shift while evaluating residents and supporting line staff and (at applicable facilities) responding to emergency needs of the Retirement Community.
• Ability to push a med cart in dispensing medications.
• Ability to react quickly and decisively in emergencies and in unexpected behavior of residents.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate with residents at a level they can understand.