American House Senior Living Communities ยท 5 hours ago
LPN
US-TN-Nashville
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expAmerican House Senior Living Communities is dedicated to providing high-quality housing for seniors. The LPN will assist residents in maintaining their functional independence and wellness, administer medications, and ensure compliance with company policies.
Assisted LivingElder CareElderly
Responsibilities
Assumes responsibility for administering quality care to meet the total needs of residents
Provides medication administration, handling, & storage as follows:
Provides medication assistance for residents in accordance with state regulations and company policy including pouring, preparing, assisting with administration, and documentation
Assists in maintaining the medication cart and storage room in a neat and orderly manner
Accepts responsibility for accurate medication counts and for security of the medication cart and medication storage room for assigned shifts
Comply with company policies and procedures related to controlled substances, narcotic count and documentation
Use sound nursing judgment to evaluate changes in resident situations and report to Wellness Director and/or physician when appropriate
Observes changes in Resident status, needs, or preferences and communicates them to the Wellness Director
Offers comfort and support, emotionally and physically, to residents
Reports resident and staff concerns and/or issues to the Wellness Director and/or Executive Director, as designated
Assists with vital signs and weight monitoring monthly or more frequently as required for all residents and completes all required documentation
Assists with resident move-in and move-outs and with resident discharge planning as needed
Ensure compliance to the American House philosophy as well as all written policies and procedures that govern the operation of the Resident Services Department
Qualification
Required
2+ years of nursing experience preferably with experience in long-term care or geriatrics
Up to date first aid and CPR certification
Current Unencumbered LPN license in the state
Knowledge of the physiology and psychology of the older adults
Willingness to work evenings and weekends
Exceptional staff training and customer service skills
Compassionate and friendly demeanor
Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing
Minimum 18 years of age
Must pass a pre-employment background check, drug screen, TB test and physical
Preferred
Experience with dementia residents preferred
Company
American House Senior Living Communities
American House Senior Living Communities provides memory care, independent, and assisted living services for elders.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Alex Germain-Robin
Chief Operating Officer
Kari Vaughn
Regional Human Resources Business Partner
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