Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Job Description
SERVANT LEADERSHIP: Watercrest Senior Living Group associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. They are recognized for their achievements and empowered to share their vast experience with their peers ensuring the quality of our assisted living and memory care services and the well-being of our residents. Our associates champion a culture which nurtures relationships in the interest of acting as trusted advisors. By continuously investing in these servant hearts, Watercrest Senior Living Group develops value-centered leaders who deliver personalized services. GENERAL SUMMARY: The Wellness Nurse provides direct and indirect care to residents in a sensitive, professional, and effective manner. The Wellness Nurse performs his/her duties under the supervision of the Resident Wellness Director while adhering to mandated nursing standards. The Wellness Nurse is responsible for maintaining compliance with all state and federal regulations while utilizing the standards of care policies and procedures. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: · Servant Leadership directs all aspects of decision making · Serve as the “Charge Nurse” in the absence of the Executive Director and Resident Wellness Director · Contributes to all aspects of medication management, 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 · Assures resident rooms and common areas are clean and safe at all times · 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 · Assist the residents with their self-medication or administration of medications · Responsible for limited nursing license daily recommendations and documentation (if applicable) · Implements plans of care recommended by the Resident Wellness Director · Implements change in condition plans · Provides accurate and timely documentation of all care provided to residents · Assembles and maintains resident charting and accurately maintains all records · Completes accident and incident reports as required · Maintains relationships with residents, family members and responsible parties · Be prepared for and manage emergency situations including disasters, fire and other emergencies · Ensures adequate and appropriately trained resident care specialists are available for each shift within company and state guidelines KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: · Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, vendors, referral sources and outside contacts · Able to make independent decisions · Must be able to communicate in a warm, friendly and caring manner · Must be familiar with and adhere to guidelines related to the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) · Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens · Knowledge of customer service principles and practices EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: · LPN or RN license (LPN preferred)