LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Benchmark Senior Living
Location: Billerica
Posted on: September 1, 2020

Job Description:

Job Description PART TIME and PER DIEM 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 Job Requirements 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!

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