Shift - only every other weekend 7am-3pm or 11pm-7am
A GREAT CAREER starts with a GREAT COMPANY!
Apply to join our team of servant leaders today!
THE DIFFERENCE IS OUR PEOPLE. Our associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. We believe in continually investing in these servant hearts; we envision them to be our future servant-centered leaders.
We’ve achieved GREAT PLACE TO WORK status SEVEN YEARS IN A ROW.
CAREER DEVELOPMENT. We reward our associates’ outstanding work and assist with career development to help fulfill their dreams!
Faith Driven and Mission-Centered. Our mission “To Welcome, To Care, To Serve” derives from four primary points of view (Purpose, Passion, Platform, and Potential) which inspire our associates to recognize and celebrate one another’s God-given gifts through service.
Full Benefits Package: This opportunity includes a full benefits package (including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, tuition reimbursement, and more! )
PICTURE YOURSELF…
Watecrest Buena Vista is now hiring for a Wellness Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse! Bring your quality skillset and bedside manner to the table as you work in partnership with the Resident Care team. Together, you will provide direct and indirect care to residents in a sensitive, professional, and effective manner. Apply today and find out more about an LPN career opportunity at Watercrest Senior Living!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Servant Leadership directs all aspects of decision making
Serves as the “Charge Nurse for assigned shift ensuring residents are well cared for
Serve as the “Charge Nurse” in the absence of the Executive Director and Resident Wellness Director/Director of Nursing
Contributes to all aspects of medication management, including but not limited to; orders, administration, storage, documentation and as mandated by the State Regulations and Guidelines as well as Company policy and procedure
Assures resident rooms and common areas are clean and safe at all times
Assure that all resident care specialists are familiar with the residents’ individual conditions and are trained to provide the resident services in an effective, professional and sensitive manner
Assist the residents with their self-medication or administration of medications
Responsible Limited Nursing license daily recommendations and documentation (if applicable)
Implements plans of care recommended by the Resident Wellness Director/Director of Nursing
Implements change in condition plans
Provides accurate and timely documentation of all care provided to residents
Assembles and maintains resident charting and accurately maintains all records
Completes accident and incident reports as required
Maintains relationships with residents, family members and responsible parties
Be prepared for and manage emergency situations including disasters, fire and other emergencies
Ensures adequate and appropriately trained resident care specialists are available for each shift within company and state guidelines
Must be in company uniform and resident ready at all times
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, vendors, referral sources and outside contacts
Able to make independent decisions
Must be able to communicate in a warm, friendly and caring manner
Must be familiar with and adhere to guidelines related to the Fair Housing Act (FHA) and the American with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens
Knowledge of customer service principles and practices
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) or RN (Registered Nurse) license
EXPERIENCE PREFERENCES:
Minimum One (1) year in the senior living, Assisted Living, Memory Care environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position:
Able to stand or walk 75% of the day
Able to concentrate with frequent interruptions
Able to work under stress and in emergency situations
Able to work under conditions that require sitting, standing, walking, reaching, pulling, pushing, and grasping
Able to talk and hear effectively in order to convey instructions and information to residents and team members
Occasionally lift/carry up to 50 pounds
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE / PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Work in all areas of the community
Subject to reactions from dust, disinfectants and cleaning chemicals and may be exposed to infectious waste, diseases and other conditions
Use personal protective equipment and supplies when needed to prevent burns, falls, and infection
Personal protective equipment includes infection control kit, rubber gloves, masks and non-slip shoes
Subject to infectious diseases, substances and odors
Follow Safety Policy & Procedures
Shift - only every other weekend 7am-3pm or 11pm-7am
