LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) - $1500 SIGN ON BONUS!
Company: American House Holdings
Location: Fort Myers
Posted on: May 7, 2022
Job Description:
LPN Position SummaryUnder the general direction of the Wellness
Director, primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to
providing assistance to the residents in maintaining their highest
level of functional independence and psychosocial wellness. Shift:
Monday, Tuesday, Friday 2:30pm to 7:00pmEvery other Sunday 8:00am
to 5:00pm LPN Duties/Responsibilities:
- Assumes responsibility for administering quality care to meet
the total needs of residents
- Provides medication administration, handling, & storage as
follows:
- Provides medication assistance for residents in accordance with
state regulations and company policy including pouring, preparing,
assisting with administration, and documentation
- Assists in maintaining the medication cart and storage room in
a neat and orderly manner
- Accepts responsibility for accurate medication counts and for
security of the medication cart and medication storage room for
assigned shifts
- Comply with company policies and procedures related to
controlled substances, narcotic count and documentation
- Use sound nursing judgment to evaluate changes in resident
situations and report to Wellness Director and/or physician when
appropriate.
- Observes changes in Resident status, needs, or preferences and
communicates them to the Wellness Director
- Offers comfort and support, emotionally and physically, to
residents
- Reports resident and staff concerns and/or issues to the
Wellness Director and/or Executive Director, as designated.
- Assists with vital signs and weight monitoring monthly or more
frequently as required for all residents and completes all required
documentation
- Assists with resident move-in and move-outs and with resident
discharge planning as needed
- Ensure compliance to the American House philosophy as well as
all written policies and procedures that govern the operation of
the Resident Services DepartmentLPN Required Skills/Abilities:
- 2+ years of nursing experience preferably with experience in
long-term care or geriatrics
- Experience with dementia residents preferred
- Up to date first aid and CPR certification
- Current Unencumbered LPN license in the state
- Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older
adults.
- Willingness to work evenings and weekends
- Exceptional staff training and customer service skills
- Compassionate and friendly demeanorLPN Education and
Requirements:
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
- Minimum 18 years of age
- Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, TB
test and physicalCompany Overview Founded in 1979, American House
Senior Living Communities' vision is to provide high-quality
housing for senior at a price affordable for retirees and their
families. That vision of excellence has endured for nearly 40 years
and expanded to serve residents at a number of senior housing
communities. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those we serve,
providing an environment that fosters meaningful relationships. Our
vision is to be an innovative senior housing company that created
sustainable excellence and stakeholder value, with an unparalleled
commitment to passionate care provided by compassionate
people.
Keywords: American House Holdings, Fort Myers , LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) - $1500 SIGN ON BONUS!, Healthcare , Fort Myers, Florida
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