Licensed Practical Nurse - Day Shift
Job Description
We are currently seeking a full-time, LPN. This position is ideal for someone who is compassionate, dependable, detail-oriented, prioritizes well, enjoys mentoring/educating others, values teamwork, and LOVES seniors. Experience in assisted living, memory care, or long-term care is a plus.
La Posada is a beautiful senior living community that provides a continuum of care offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care to over 700 seniors.
With over 30 years as a caring and loving community, we are proud of our commitment to provide a lifestyle that maximizes the well-being of our residents.
As a La Posada LPN, you will work in a beautiful environment with all the tools and equipment you need to provide high-quality care and wonderful staffing to resident ratios!
Why is La Posada the right place to expand your career?
- Competitive pay
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) with company match
- Excellent health insurance
- Mileage incentive program if you live over 15 miles away
- Beautiful campus with free on-site fitness center
- Discount at Los Niños del Valle pre-school
- Scholarship program. Up to $2,500 per year after 6 months of service plus yearly opportunity for additional scholarship awards.
Description:
- Under the immediate administrative supervision of the LPN Supervisor the LPN is responsible for the overall care for assisted living residents including administration and documentation of medications and treatments.
Responsibilities/Activities:
- Performs nursing related tasks including; medication review, medication administration, documenting medication administration in EMP, monitoring compliance with physician orders.
- Perform and documents all treatments as ordered.
- Assesses residents for possible need of medication and/or treatment interventions.
- Inform LPN Supervisor of any significant change in residents’ condition.
- Order and store medication.
- Maintains clean and neat medication cart and room.
- Monitor and record supply use as directed.
- Observe the resident’s functioning and report as appropriate.
- Develop and maintain constructive and cooperative working relationships with others.
- Communicate well with residents and co-workers.
- Attend orientation, in-service training sessions and staff meetings.
- Direct, monitors, and supervises the work of Resident Assistants (certified caregivers).
Required Skills/Abilities
- Ability to identify problems and report to supervisor.
- Ability to understand written and oral instructions.
- Ability to communicate information orally and in writing.
- Ability to suggest ideas on a subject.
Physical and Mental Demands:
- Physical ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear and see.
- Ability to recognize stressful situations and request help when needed.
- Ability to handle multiple competing priorities.
- Ability to relate with staff, residents and physicians in affair, tactful and courteous manner under all circumstances.
- High Level of flexibility and tolerance to adjust in changes in workloads, assignments, and to work effectively under stress of meeting resident’s needs.
Qualifications/Education
- Graduated from accredited school of nursing.
- Current LPN license by the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
- Fingerprint Card.
- Current First Aide and Heart Saver certification.
If you believe you would be a good fit for this position and you live by the values of integrity, compassion, and respect for seniors and co-workers, then you may be the candidate we’re looking for!
Apply today to start your new adventure!
* We strongly value diversity and believe in fostering an inclusive work environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and cultures to join our team. We embrace the unique perspectives and experiences that each person brings, as it enhances our creativity, teamwork, and overall success. *
Application Instructions
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Apply OnlinePosted: 9/10/2024
Job Reference #: 0c97d7c5-b4a5-425b-9032-b49493196f69