About this role
*Starting pay is $40 / hour! *This is a full-time position offering a flexible schedule on 1st shift (7am-3pm) OR 2nd shift (3pm-11pm). Every other weekend is required!
The LPN will provide clinical monitoring and support for residents with Alzheimer's/Dementia. Ensures that all restorative, support and preventative measures are met in accordance with applicable state laws and regulations. Experience with Alzheimer's/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 - that's why we like to say we are good at "Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today."
The 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.