Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - NEW Long Term Care/Skilled Nursing

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Job description

Position Title:

LPN

Department:

Skilled Nursing Facility / Long Term Care

FLSA:

Hourly / Non-Exempt; All Shifts Available

Weekday Shift Differentials (Monday 7 AM to Friday 11 PM):
7 AM - 3 PM: No differential
3 PM - 11 PM: +$2.00
11 PM - 7 AM: +$1.50

Weekend Shift Differentials (Friday 11 PM to Monday 7 AM):
7 AM - 3 PM: +$1.00
3 PM - 11 PM: +$3.00
11 PM - 7 AM: +$2.50

Supervisors:

Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Nurse Supervisor

Supervises:

CNAs

POSITION SUMMARY:

Welcome to Legacy Pointe at UCF! We are currently looking for a passionate and skilled professional to join our team! This is an exciting opportunity to join a brand-new, state-of-the-art community located in Oviedo. Our unique affiliation with UCF sets us apart from any other continuing care retirement community in the Central Florida area! If you would like to be a part of this journey with us we want to meet you!

For more information about our outstanding community, please visit our website: ; our website can provide more information about Lifecare, Living Options, and Lifelong learning!

Covid vaccination and Boosters are recommended but not required

All shifts available

Benefits offered to FT team members

Responsible for the clinical evaluation and admission process. Ensures residents satisfaction and achievement of their realistic goals. Motivates residents to function independently. Responsible for assisting with hiring and training CNAs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
Participates with the Admissions process.
Assists with supervising and disciplining CNAs.
Motivates residents to function independently.
Ensures that all Resident Rights and Responsibilities are protected and enforced.
Ensures compliance of all State Rules and Regulations a Skilled Nursing Facility
Establishes and maintains a close liaison with residents and families.
Maintains all records and communications as required by state agencies.
Participates with compliance of all Fire Safety Procedures and mandatory fire drills.
Assists with ongoing care management meetings.
Reports specific problems encountered by residents to Director of Nursing
Communicates with appropriate agencies.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise CNAs to provide quality services in a caring environment which strives to preserve the resident's independence and self-respect.
Coordinates with the Director of Nursing and other supervisors to schedule all services provided to the residents.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience:
Licensed Practical Nurse
Knowledge and experience with Florida Skilled Nursing Facility Regulations
Knowledgeable about the Dementia disease process and management experience in a Long-Term Care Facility (preferred, but not required)
CPR/AED Certification required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Language Ability
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally, speaking the primary language of the residents.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills:
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret graphs.

Cognitive Demands:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills:
Ability to use Microsoft Windows and PCC preferred. Ability to use software to design calendars and signs. Ability to use the Internet.

Competencies:
Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior cognitive impaired population.
Provides leadership by exhibiting confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well.
Interacts with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
Responds promptly to resident and visitor needs and assistance.
Supports organization's goals and values.
Balances team and individual responsibilities. Manages people effectively by taking responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self-available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Improves processes, products and services.
Provides leadership by exhibiting confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well.

Environmental Adaptability:
Works primarily indoors in a climate-controlled setting
Team Members may be exposed to blood and/or body fluids with potential exposure to hazardous materials and infectious diseases.
Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $26.50 - $28.50 per hour

Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Free parking
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Geriatrics
Physical Setting:
Long term care
Nursing home
Supplemental Pay:
Differential pay

Work Location: In person

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