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LPN Wellness Nurse - Per Diem 11PM - 7 AM at Maplewood… · Norwalk
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Job Description
Job Title: LPN Location: Norwalk, CT Employment Type: Per Diem 11 AM - 7 AM Salary Range: Competitive Department: Wellness
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 Per-Diem LPN to work the shift 11PM-7AM, every other Saturday of the month and become part of our family. We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!
Essential Functions:
Job Duties:
- 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.
Why You'll Love working for Us:
- Competitive wages
- Flexible shifts
- Growth opportunities
- Bonus & incentive programs
- Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees.