LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Benchmark Senior Living
Location: Leominster
Posted on: January 18, 2023
Job Description:
Leominster Crossings is seeking a Per Diem Nurse for Weekend
Shifts Responsibilities for the LPN include: Direct Supervision
- Directs and supervises the daily work assignments of the
Resident Care Assistants
- Is the first point of contact for the care associates regarding
assignment questions or concerns
- Participates in the hiring and termination processes as they
relate to resident care associates
- Has direct input into performance reviews for care associates
and presents reviews with the RCD
- Has direct input into disciplinary documentation for care
associates and presents action with the RCD
- Closely mentors, guides and directs the Lead Resident Care
Assistants in all aspects of their job. Resident Care
- Coordinates care needs with community providers via an
effective case management process
- Measures and accurately records vital signs (temperatures,
pulse, respiration, blood pressure weight and height) where
appropriate as per state regulations
- Effectively balances service demands with supporting resident
independence
- Accurately assesses, communicates, and documents residents'
status
- Observes and reports any significant changes in resident
behavior and health to the DON, physician, family, RCA's, and
Executive Director per state regulations
- Successfully implements the plan of care
- Recognizes and assists in the prevention of elder abuse,
neglect, and exploitation (financial and other) and reports to
appropriate sources per state regulations
- Responds to emergencies and personal emergency response system
and knows when to call for backup Requirements:
- Graduate of an approved LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse program
(per state requirements)
- Current state licensed as an LPN / Licensed Practical Nurse (as
required by state regulation) and CPR certification
- Previous experience working with the elderly in a paid or
volunteer position highly desirable BENEFITS We believe in offering
our employees competitive pay. To learn more about our pay and
benefits, please apply today!
Keywords: Benchmark Senior Living, Leominster , LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare , Leominster, Massachusetts
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