Memory Care LPN — Shift Leader

Palm-Bay-Memory-Care; Palm Bay (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and Holiday Pay

Daily pay

401K with employer match

Short and long-term disability

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Palm Bay Memory Care in Florida is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to lead shift care, coordinate resident care, and administer medications according to physician orders. The role reports to the Wellness Director and supports a compassionate, resident-centered environment.

Full-time benefits include PTO, daily pay, 401K with employer match, disability coverage, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Must be a licensed nurse in state where you work.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English.
• Experience in an Assisted Living setting preferred. Dementia care experience preferred.
• Be in good physical health and free of communicable diseases; lifting 40 pounds required.
• Completion of drug testing and criminal background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Plans and delegates work assignments assuring effective shift coverage; Coordinates care on his/her shift.
• Participates in and supervises the delivery of personal care to residents.
• Implements the service plans and collects data regarding the health status of residents.
• Acts as team leader for shift; Coaches and counsels RCAs/MTs regarding care practices and standards; Follows proper disciplinary procedures if RCAs/MTs are not following residence policies and procedures; Writes disciplinary reports per residence protocol.
• Always maintains professional demeanor when interacting with residents and families.
• Uses tactful, diplomatic communication techniques in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations.
• Reports any suspected or witnessed instances of verbal, mental, or physical abuse to Wellness Director and takes appropriate action.
• Administers medications according to the physician order on the medication administration record (MAR).
• Documents medications administered on the MAR in accordance with company policy; Checks MARs immediately after administration and prior to end of shift to ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Conducts change of shift report with oncoming/outgoing shift personnel.
• Maintains security of medication cart and narcotic keys during entire shift; Conducts narcotic count at the beginning and end of every shift in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Transcribes physician orders, reviews MAR’s for accuracy, and notifies pharmacy of changes.
• Responds to emergencies in a prompt, calm manner
• Orients and assists with on-the-job training of new associates and participates in evaluation of knowledge, skills, and abilities of associates on his/her shift; Reports findings to Wellness Director.
• Monitors e-call system equipment to ensure proper working condition and caregiver response to e-call to assure timely assistance.
• Monitors and maintains resident charts; Reports significant changes in a resident’s condition to the physician and responsible party and documents in the resident’s chart all observations, follow through and any new orders/instructions from the physician.
• Understands and uses Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Standard Precautions, OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, and other safety rules.
• Operates designated medical equipment, copy, scan, and fax machines and telephone.
• Documents and reports resident incidents as required by state regulations.

Skills

English proficiency

Nursing supervision

Medication administration

Education

Graduate of accredited school of nursing

Job description

Palm Bay Memory Care in Florida is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to lead shift care, coordinate resident care, and administer medications according to physician orders. The role reports to the Wellness Director and supports a compassionate, resident-centered environment.

Full-time benefits include PTO, daily pay, 401K with employer match, disability coverage, referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, and an Employee Assistance Program.