LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Benchmark Senior Living
Location: Milford
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

Middlebrook Farms at Trumbull is looking for 2 Part Time LPN.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 backupRequirements:--- 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 desirableBENEFITSWe believe in offering our employees competitive pay. To learn more about our pay and benefits, please apply today!

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