LPN - Wellness Nurse/Part-Time

Job Title: LPN Wellness Nurse
Location: Darien, CT
Employment Type: Part-Time (11pm-7am shifts, every other Saturday)
Salary Range: Competitive
Department: Resident Care

About Us: Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It's not just a job. It's an extraordinary life.

Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider. We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live the good life in a safe environment. As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a server to become part of our family. We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Reports To: Resident Services Director

Summary: The Resident Services Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse) is responsible for assisting the Resident Services Director with the overall implementation, delivery, and coordination of Resident Care Services at the Community.

Essential Functions:

• Supervise Resident Services Department associates, including C.N.A.'s (Resident Services Assistants).
• Assist in supervising the medication program and assist the residents with self-administration of medication.
• Maintain positive relations with residents, families and physicians.
• Report any significant incidents and/or changes in the residents needs to the Executive Director/Resident Services Director.
• Support the completion of resident assessments and service plans.
• Assist with clinical assessments/recertification's per ALSA requirements.
• Support Resident Services Director in hiring for and managing performance within the department.
• Assist in the training and participate in orientation of new associates.
• Attend and participate in scheduled in-service programs, training programs and associate meetings.
• Assist with scheduling and staffing of Resident Services Assistants as needed.
• Providing coaching and mentoring to Resident Services Department associates as needed.
• Support residents and families as needed to ensure high level of customer satisfaction.
• Assist with supervision of RSA staff during provision of care.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Compliance & Safety:

• Follows emergency procedures.
• Understands safety practices and procedures.

Communication:

• Communicates effectively with supervisor and other staff.
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with residents, their families, peers and other staff members
• Encourages positive work environment.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:

• Licensed Practical Nurse currently licensed to practice in the appropriate state(s).
• Basic first aid and CPR certification.
• Two years full time or full time equivalent clinical experience.
• Experience in assisted living or long-term care setting preferred.
• Experience and/or special interest working with seniors.

Physical Requirements:

• In good physical and emotional health and free of communicable diseases.
• Physically able to bend and reach.
• Physically able to push, pull, and lift up to 50 lbs. at times.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to transfer residents and use a Hoyer Lift and other medical equipment when needed.

Miscellaneous:

• Required to work weekends and holidays as assigned.
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired.
• May be required to work extended hours.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions.
• Could be subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents due to mental status.

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