Description:

The Licensed Practical Nurse will assist with the comprehensive delivery of personal care services to residents on a day-to-day basis following required regulatory requirements. The Licensed Practical Nurse will also assist in maintaining a physical, social and psychological environment, which will be conducive to the best interests and welfare of the residents.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Ensures compliance with all federal, state and local employment laws.
Servant Leadership.
Conducts resident evaluations in a prompt and timely matter according to state regulations and LAHP policies and procedures.
Oversees and is responsible for all aspects of medication, including but not limited to; orders, administration, storage, documentation and as mandated by the State Regulations and Guidelines as well as Company policy and procedure.
Assure that all resident care specialists are familiar with the residents' individual conditions and are trained to provide the resident services in an effective, professional, and sensitive manner.
Monitor's resident wellness care for compliance with state and federal regulations
Monitors and maintains vital statistics as required.
Ensures in house ancillary services, such as x-rays, podiatry, dental, eye care, psych visits etc. are scheduled and the appropriate follow up is completed.
Respond in a timely manner to requests of residents, families, and guests' programs.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Required Skills & Abilities:

Able to supervise department employees using independent judgment and discretion.
Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, community and State officials and general public.
Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.
Ability to develop systems for monitoring resident health conditions and for ensuring efficient and safe delivery of resident care.
Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual.
Must have exceptional organizational skills and ability to re-prioritize daily tasks in order to accommodate fluctuating needs of the resident and Community.
Must practice and promote LAHP Policies and Procedures, Mission Statement, Core Values and Founding Principles.
Must have strong documentation skills.
Strong leadership skills.
Able to make independent decisions.
Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, guests, vendors, referral sources, and outside contacts.
Must be able to communicate in a warm, friendly and caring manner.
Able to concentrate with frequent interruptions.
Able to work under stress and in emergency situations.
Able to talk and hear effectively to convey instructions and information to residents and team members.
Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks.
Must have valid driver's license.

Education & Experience:

Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse with active license required.
Minimum Two (2) years in the senior living environment
Licensed LPN/RN in good standing with State Licensing Authority.
Memory care experience preferred.
Knowledge of State and local rules, regulations, laws and ordinances relating to licensed senior housing.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.
Able to stand or walk 75% of the day.
Subject to reactions from dust, disinfectants and cleaning chemicals and may be exposed to infectious waste, diseases and other conditions.
Use personal protective equipment and supplies when needed to prevent burns, falls, and infection.

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