LPN 3pm - 11pm

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Caring nurses make a difference at The Glen Retirement System!
Come Join Our Team!

The Glen is rich in tradition, progressive in theory, acclaimed in satisfaction, and most importantly feels like home. Enjoy working every day in an atmosphere of excellence with the best professionals.

Company Description:
Since 1898, The Glen strives to provide the best environment for seniors. Our focus is a resident directed philosophy that caters to each resident's individuality by respecting their choices, preserving their dignity and giving them every opportunity to live a purposeful life. We feel it is the best way to offer the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment that places the respect of our residents above all else. By embracing this philosophy, residents are happier and healthier. Daily operations of The Glen community are driven by the residents and carried out by staff members that have been empowered to cater to the interests and personalities of the individuals they work with. The Glen is rich in tradition, progressive in theory, acclaimed in satisfaction, and most importantly feels like home. Enjoy working every day in an atmosphere of excellence with the best professionals.

Job Description

ASSIGNED SHIFT: 3:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. (4 days on, 2 days off rotation)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: In charge of the designated nursing functions during his/her shift. Provides a wide variety of resident care activities and services including medication administration, direct care, individual and group socialization, (housekeeping, laundry, dietary services) as needed essential for health and comfort of the resident in accordance with their assessment, choices and person-centered service plan. Supervises the day-to-day activities provided by AMIs/CNAs.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Participates in developing, implementing, and revising of the residents person-centered service plan.
2. Prepares and administers medications and treatments as ordered by physician in accordance with person centered service plan and evaluates residents responses in accordance with ARCP Level 4
3. Coordinates monthly pharmacist medication reviews with Nursing Coordinator and/or Nursing Director
4. Assist with monthly physician orders, pharmacy and medication review and documentation. Enters orders into EMAR in accordance with physicians orders
5. Assists residents/responsible party in ordering or reordering their medications
6. Documents nursing activities accurately and timely & keeps medical records current
7. Identifies and reports changes in residents status to physicians, responsible parties
8. Coordinates and participates in admission, transfer, and discharge of residents
9. Communicates resident problems, needs, complaints, or other concerns with Nursing Director in a timely manner
10. Responsible for providing direct care as needed
11. Ensures and assist when needed with other roles performing housekeeping, laundry and dietary task
12. Responds to emergency situations and obtains assistance as necessary. Performs cardiopulmonary resuscitation
13. Identifies, reports, and documents incidents/accidents & participates in investigation of incidents
14. Assigns specific duties to the AMIs on his/her shift and provides adequate supervision of those AMIs to ensure completion of these assignments
15. Accepts and gives shift report to/from nurses and AMIs
16. Participates in AMI evaluations and disciplinary action as necessary
17. Participates in fire drills and in-service
18. Orients new employees as assigned
19. Assures residents rights are protected; protects residents from abuse or neglect
20. Practices and assures AMIs adhere to infection control policies and procedures
21. Adheres to professional code of ethics, facility policies and procedures, and regulatory guidelines
22. May be assigned to arrange transport of residents to medical appointments

Other related projects, duties and responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary.


SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Supervises AMIs
2. Functions as charge nurse during shift
3. Documents and reports any violation of The Glen standards to supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Licensed to practice in Louisiana
• LTC experience preferred
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• Good communication & leadership skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and manage stress
• Computer skills appropriate to job requirements and EHR.
• Valid drivers license and ability to operate motor vehicle

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Appropriate physical and mental health to adequately perform assigned duties
• Ability to pull, push up to 90 pounds, lift up to 50 pounds
• Emotional stability and maturity
• Visual and hearing acuity to adequately perform assigned duties
• Turning, stooping, bending, and lifting of residents; movement of small equipment and appliances. Significant sitting, standing & walking for extended periods
• Finger and hand dexterity to operate small equipment and perform skilled tasks

BENEFIT PACKAGE:

• Competitive salaries
• Group medical, dental and vision plans
• Supplemental Insurance available during open enrollment once a year
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan