Assisted Living LPN
Company: Williamsburg Landing
Location: Williamsburg
Posted on: June 23, 2022
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Job Description:
Description:
Williamsburg Landing, a CARF-accredited life plan community, seeks
experienced and caring Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide
nursing care for residents. We are looking to fill Full-Time (36+
hours/week), Part-Time Plus (24-35 hours/week) and Part-Time (less
than 24 hours/week) positions on all shifts. Ideal candidates will
have flexible availability to work evenings, weekends and holidays
as needed. We are seeking LPNs who are able to perform their job
responsibilities independent of close supervision, posses attention
to detail and excellent follow through with the ability to relate
positively with residents, guests and staff. Two years of nursing
experience in long-term care, acute care or assisted living setting
preferred with one year of supervisory experience.
Williamsburg Landing offers a comprehensive benefits package for
all Full-Time and Part-Time Plus employees that includes:
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Account
403(b) Retirement Plan
529 College Savings Plan
Long-Term Care Insurance
Legal Resources
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay
Corporate Wellness Program
Health Club & Spa Membership
Employee Education & Training Fund
Employee Assistance Program
Credit Union Membership
Part-Time employees are eligible for the following benefits:
403(b) Retirement Plan
Corporate Wellness Program
Health Club & Spa Membership
Employee Assistance Program
JOB SUMMARY
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), under the direction and
supervision of the Assisted Living Administrator, Manager of
Assisted Living and/or Manager of Memory Support, provides nursing
care for residents. The LPN oversees the work of CMAs and CNAs on
the unit and directs emergency response when necessary. The LPN
assists physicians on the unit as requested. As the practicing
licensed professional on the unit, ensures all documentation is
timely and correct, all medications are dispensed as written, and
that all errors are promptly reported and remediated.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Oversees the work of Nursing Assistants, ensuring responsibilities
are performed satisfactorily
Assigns and monitors work performed by CMAs and CNAs; trains
nursing assistants in accepted work methods; provides information
to Director of Assisted Living or Nurse Managers regarding further
training needs; provides input for nursing assistants' performance
evaluations and discipline
Supervises the nurse's in Assisted Living and/or Memory Support and
makes the necessary number of nightly rounds to insure that quality
nursing care is being provided; assigns work to staff and provides
back up support as needed and takes immediate corrective action
when necessary
Complies and enforces department and company policies and
procedures including standards of conduct, attendance, dress and
safety
Assists with resolving staffing needs and emergency staffing
problems when necessary
Monitors staff for professionalism and positive interaction with
residents, guests and other WLI employees
Assists with the planning and overall nursing care of the residents
on the unit; monitors resident's medical charts for accuracy and
timeliness of information updates; assists the Unit Manager with
chart audits and other pertinent information to include the 24 hour
chart checks including POFs, MARs, and TARs as required by
regulations
Performs professional nursing tasks and nursing procedures to
include but not limited to: medication administration, ordering
prescriptions and performing treatments as ordered etc.;
participates in shift hand offs with the previous and next shift's
nursing staff on residents with significant changes and supervises
that all work has been completed
Assures all shift responsibilities are completed before the end of
the shift by the CMAs and CNAs
Documents and completes other tasks in Electronic Medical Record
system
Keeps MD, NP, and supervisors informed of any significant changes
in the resident's condition, vital signs and other developments as
they occur; maintains vigilance to observe any unusual symptoms or
signs of illness or skin breakdown, and reports same to nurse in
charge; reports any indication of residents' deteriorating
physical, emotional, or mental health by noting such cues as
uneaten food, deteriorating cleanliness, or conversations that
indicate deep unhappiness or loneliness
Maintains adequate supplies and equipment for the unit and records
supplies and equipment to be ordered
Assists Administrator of Assisted Living or Unit Managers with
resident evaluations to determine individualized care plans and
attends resident review team meetings as needed
Maintains communication with MD, NP, and family members as
requested and within the confines of federal and state
regulations
Responds to resident needs on the Units including emergencies,
medication administration, and support with activities of daily
living
Assists the physicians with medical procedures when requested
Evaluates work processes and methods and submits recommendations
for continuous performance improvement
Assumes responsibility for own professional development including
meeting all mandated standards and staying abreast of developments
within the field
Complies with all Williamsburg Landing policies and procedures
including standards of conduct, attendance, safety, personal
hygiene, and dress
Attends scheduled training programs for professional development
that includes, at a minimum, trainings required by Williamsburg
Landing and by regulatory and accrediting bodies
Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia;
ability to read and write effectively in English; two (2) years of
nursing experience in long-term care, acute care or assisted living
setting preferred with one (1) year of supervisory experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in
writing to fulfill job responsibilities; comprehensive knowledge of
nursing procedures, theory and practice with an emphasis on current
trends in gerontological nursing; ability to work effectively as a
member of a team and to support the development of RMAs and CNAs;
ability to exercise sound professional judgment; ability to respond
appropriately in an emergency; ability to lift and carry a minimum
of 50 pounds; requires standing and walking for entire shift,
safely lifting and transferring residents; must obtain CDP
Certification with in the first year of hire and maintain current
CPR.
Employees may be required to work overtime when conditions that
affect business needs make such scheduling necessary.
Williamsburg Landing is a non-profit, independent community
offering a vibrant lifestyle for residents.
Apply online at Williamsburglanding.org .
EOE/Tobacco Free/Drug Free
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