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) per-diem to provide direct nursing care to residents and supervise day-to-day care staff. The role emphasizes holistic wellness and compliance with state regulations.

Led by the Health and Wellness Director, the nurse will monitor resident health, assist in medication administration training, and uphold rigorous quality standards while delivering compassionate, resident-centered care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with current LPN license.
• At least 2 years of long-term care, assisted living, or hospital experience preferred.
• Experience caring for residents with Alzheimer's or dementias.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and learn state regulations.
• Proficient in computer skills including MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Monitor residents' health, safety, and well-being.
• Assist in training and monitoring of medication administration.
• Supervise care staff per regulations and policies.
• Maintain clinical QA per standards.
• Conduct thorough resident assessments.

Skills

LPN license

Long-term care

Dementia care

Computer literacy

Multitasking

Education

LPN licensure

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Excel

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.

Monarch/Brandywine Senior Living

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 a Per-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.

Benefits Offered (Per Diem Employees)

• 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.