LPN / Assisted Living & Resident Services (Per Diem)

LPN Licensed Practical Nurse Assisted Living (NIGHT SHIFT)  Masonicare at Mystic - Mystic, CT

Night Shift / 24 hours per week

• ASSISTED LIVING / MEMORY CARE UNIT

Under the supervision of a SALSA, provides nursing care for a select group of residents by providing supportive and restorative care, teaching and collaborating in the implementation of the resident services plan.

LPN - Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Contributes to the resident care and service plans by collecting data based on age, needs and abilities in an ongoing and systematic manner and participating in regular care planning meetings.

Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents, families, colleagues and other members of the health care team to meet resident needs.

Provides education, supervision and counseling to resident and family regarding AL procedures and other care needs.

Documents accurate, pertinent and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner in the client service record.

Conducts supervisory visits of resident care assistants, companions and homemakers as required.

Under supervision of SALSA / RN DESIGNEE and in collaboration with physicians, pharmacists and outside agencies, will be responsible for oversight of medication  management including but not limited to ordering, storing, reconciling and preparing  medications for administration and / or CNA prompt.

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing.

Experience : 1-2 years-clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations : Current LPN license; CPR certification Registration.