Senior Living LPN: Medication & Care Manager

LiveWell Homecare Agency; River Forest (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a licensed Practical Nurse to provide medication administration and monitoring in senior living settings. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate documentation, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include administering medications per orders, real-time MAR/TAR entry, monitoring residents for changes, transcribing orders, and maintaining compliant medication carts and narcotic counts.

Qualifications

• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Strong assessment and documentation skills.
• Experience in senior care or medication administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and treatments following physician orders and the Six Rights of Medication Administration.
• Accurately document in MAR/TAR in real-time.
• Monitor resident symptoms, report adverse reactions, and conduct health updates.
• Transcribe physician orders and support care plan updates.
• Observe and report physical, emotional, or cognitive changes in residents.
• Maintain medication carts, complete narcotic counts, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.

Job description

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a licensed Practical Nurse to provide medication administration and monitoring in senior living settings. The role emphasizes patient safety, accurate documentation, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Responsibilities include administering medications per orders, real-time MAR/TAR entry, monitoring residents for changes, transcribing orders, and maintaining compliant medication carts and narcotic counts.