LPN Traditions of Dedham

LCB Senior Living, LLC; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Work with an Amazing Team!

Job summary

LCB Senior Living in Dedham, MA, is hiring part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for 4pm-8pm and 8am-4pm shifts with rotating weekends. The role includes supervising resident care staff and administering medications, with a wage band of $40-$42 per hour based on experience.

Experience in geriatric care and an active LPN license in Massachusetts are required. Join a dedicated team focused on high-quality resident care and compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and graduation from an accredited Nursing Program.
• At least two years of experience in a geriatric setting.
• Current RN or LPN License in the state of employment.

Responsibilities

• Promote mission and values with residents, families and staff.
• Grow community occupancy by engaging potential residents and families.
• Evaluate resident needs and assist with service plans per regulations.
• Direct and supervise daily tasks of resident care associates.
• Administer topical and oral medications per physicians orders.
• Support Resident Care Director with documentation and on-call duties.
• Ensure staffing coverage and complete incident/accident reports.

Skills

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Graduation from an accredited Nursing Program

Job description

If you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one!LCB Senior Living is hiring LPNs at Traditions of Dedham. Apply today for immediate consideration!**Part Time****4pm-8pm / 8am - 4pm****Rotating Weekends Required**Wage band: $40.00 - $42.00 per hour based on years of experience!What We Offer:Part-Time Associates (24- 29 hours):Paid Time OffHoliday PayWork with an Amazing Team!Possibility for tuition reimbursementRewarding role working with seniorsSUMMARY:Active member of the Resident Care Team and assists the Resident Care Director with the management of the community. The management scope includes direct supervision of Resident Care Associates as well as monitoring emerging health needs of residents, covering for resident care staffing as needed and assisting the Resident Care Director with on-call duties. The Wellness Nurse will follow up on family issues as directed by Resident Care Director.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:The essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those an associate encounters while performing the basic functions of this position. While every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.1. Promote the mission and core values of the Residence and LCB Senior Living to residents, visitors, co-workers and the surrounding community.2. You are expected to have an active role in growing community occupancy by representing and interacting positively with potential residents, family members and professionals.3. Assist with the evaluation of resident needs and the development and revision of service plans as per state regulatory requirements.4. Demonstrate an understanding of pathophysiological and psychosocial changes that is associated with the aging process and disabilities.5. Directs and supervises the daily work assignments of resident care associates.6. Evaluates residents issues and medical concerns and discusses with the ED, family and MD as appropriate.7. Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with all departments to assist in eliminating / correcting problem areas and overall improvement of services.8. Monitors resident care assistants compliance with infection control/sharps disposal program.9. Participates in community marketing effort.10. Participates in the direct care of residents on an as needed basis.11. Provides support to resident care associates regarding assignment questions or concerns as well as emergency situations.12. Ensuring that all required staffing and schedules (if applicable), including backup coverage for staff is met at all times.13. Ensure completion and review of incident / accident reports and implement changes through proper channels (i.e. Safety Committee etc.) to minimize future issues. Ensure proper communication with LCB Senior Living and state compliance reporting.14. Assists the Resident Care Director with all documentation required by LCB Senior Living or the State Requirements.15. With written physicians orders, administers topical and oral medications as well as ear and eye drops (LMA in Massachusetts), administers injectables where allowed by regulation.16. Other duties as requested.PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:Finger and hand dexterity to handle and manipulate instruments and equipment. Visual and auditory acuity. Must be able to lift a minimum of fifteen (15) lbs., and be able to carry objects. Must be able to push and pull carts, and continuously walk, sit and stand. Must be able to turn, crouch, kneel, stoop, bend below waist, and reach above shoulder height as tasks dictate. Must use good body mechanics. Should be neat and well groomed. Must project a positive attitude towards the service provided.LCBs Non-Discrimination Policy:LCB, including its managed care communities, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Recruitment and employment opportunities at LCB are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job with or without reasonable accommodation. All employment opportunities areprovided without regard to race, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender status), pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. This policy to provide equal opportunity encompasses all phases of employment, including recruitment, hiring, selection, job assignment, promotions, transfers, compensation, discipline, termination, layoff, access to benefits and training, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.QUALIFICATION STANDARDS: (These qualifications meet or exceed VT, NH, MA, CT and RI State specific requirements.)a. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The professional knowledge and skills necessary to assist in the planning for the Resident Care Department in accordance with the current state, federal and local standards to insure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is essential. May require lifting, bending and standing for extended periods of time.b. Education: A high school diploma and graduation from an accredited Nursing Program.c. Experience: At least two years of experience in a geriatric setting and previous health experience in hospital and/or community setting.d. Certificates/Licenses: Current RN or LPN License in the state you are employed.