Wellness Nurse (LPN) Per Diem

Monarch Communities; Melville (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Schedule

On-the-job training

Free Parking

Job summary

Monarch Communities in Melville, NY is seeking a Wellness Nurse (LPN) for a per-diem, non-exempt position with all shifts available. You will provide direct nursing care with a holistic focus and supervise care staff.

Salary range is $37.00 - $39.00 per hour, with on-site work and flexible schedule. Responsibilities include monitoring health and safety, assisting with medication administration, supervising staff, and conducting resident assessments to uphold quality standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program with an active LPN license.
• Minimum 2 years of long-term care, assisted living, home health or hospital experience.
• Experience with residents with Alzheimer’s/dementias is preferred.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Proficient with computers and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents' health, safety, and well-being.
• Assist in training and supervising medication administration.
• Supervise care staff in line with state regulations and policies.
• Maintain clinical quality assurance per standards.
• Deliver high-quality service and uphold our mission.
• Conduct thorough resident assessments.

Skills

LPN license

Long-term care experience

Alzheimer's care

Multi-tasking

Regulatory knowledge

MS Office proficiency

Mobility/physical ability

Education

LPN education (accredited nursing program)

Job description

Company Culture and Values:At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Job Description

Led by the community's Health and Wellness Director (RN), our Wellness Nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who provides direct nursing care to the Residents with an emphasis on holistic wellness. They also help supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by care staff of Certified Nursing Assistants.

Schedule: The Wellness Nurse (LPN) is aPer-Diem non-exempt, position. All Shifts Available.

Salary Range: $37.00 - $39.00 Hourly

Responsibilities and Duties

• Monitors the health, safety, and well-being of all residents
• Assisting in training and monitoring of medication administration
• Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies
• Maintaining clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state and local standards
• Promote the highest degree of service to our residents while leading and demonstrating the mission of the company
• Conduct thorough resident assessments

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing, with current LPN license
• At least 2 years’ experience with long-term care, assisted living, home health or hospital setting preferred
• Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s or other related dementias
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations, and of nursing practices, techniques and methods applied to health and wellness resident
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. Intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

• Flexible Schedule
• On the job training
• Free Parking

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.