Alzheimer's, Assisted Living, Behavioral Health, Bridge Building, Clinical Monitoring, Clinical Support, Dementia, Geriatrics, Home Care, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Marketing, Medication Administration, Nursing, Public/Media/Press/Analyst Relations, QoS (Quality of Service), Rehabilitation Nursing, State Laws and Regulations
- Starting pay is $33 / hour!
- This is a full-time position offering a flexible schedule on 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week (7pm-7am). Every other weekend rotation!
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will provide clinical monitoring and support for residents with Alzheimers/Dementia. Ensures that all restorative, support and preventative measures are met in accordance with applicable state laws and regulations. Experience with Alzheimers/Dementia or behavioral health conditions, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role.
Artis Senior Living is a portfolio of 25 Assisted Living and Memory Care communities serving over 1,500 families today. To empower our residents to live more independently, we build a bridge between their lifelong identity and their present daily life. By gathering a thorough and thoughtful understanding of their history, interests, and personal qualities, we create a structure and routine that promotes better health, reduces stress and increases engagement and joy - thats why we like to say we are good at "Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today."
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will:
- Take an active role in resident assessments, development of service plans, and daily care.
- Oversee and implement the self-administered medication management program for residents.
- Administer medication and/or treatment to residents in accordance with physician orders.
- Document and report care provided and resident observations including unusual or significant changes in physical, mental, or behavioral conditions.
- Provide emotional support, physical comfort and ensure ongoing safety of residents.
- Supervise Care Partners and Home Health Aides in providing resident care in accordance with State, Federal and Artis guidelines.
- Ensure residents receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere which recognizes their individual needs and rights.
- Assist in the marketing of the community by touring and participating in public relation events; establishing relationships with potential resident referral sources.
- Assist with resident move-ins and relocations, help residents acclimate to their new surroundings and community personnel.
- Performs other duties as required.
Education Requirements:
- Must possess current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) designation as granted by State Board of Nursing.
- Fulfill and maintain continuing education credits as required by state.
- Experience in rehabilitative or geriatric nursing is preferred.