Licensed Practical Nurse

Description The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for providing nursing care to residents, including medications and treatment administration, documentation, and other therapeutic interventions under the direction of the Director of Nursing/Clinical Director. Provides direction to nursing assistants, resident assistants, trained medication assistants, and other clinical staff on unit/shift. About Us: Ecumen Centennial House consists of 44 assisted living rental apartment homes, as well as 35 additional residences for seniors requiring memory care services, and is in Apple Valley, Minnesota. Ecumen, a Minnesota based non-profit, is an industry leader dedicated to advocating for older adults by providing housing choices, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. For 160 years Ecumen has cared for those in need. Now, as Minnesotas 8th largest senior living provider, we continue to advocate for those we serve. Join a team where you can make a difference in advancing our mission to serve our older adults, while we commit to creating a place where everyone belongs. Opportunity Details: Full-Time – 32 hours/week Position works primarily weekdays; may work an occasional weekend. Additional Information: Benefit Eligible – Medical/Dental/Vision 401k Retirement Plan with 6% Company Match Paid Time Off (PTO) Sick & Safe Time (SST) Team member referral program SmartDollar Employee Assistance Program UKG Wallet Collaborative Team Environment Growth opportunities & so much more! Essential Job Responsibilities: Provides nursing care to residents within the scope of practice of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Responsible for coordination and direction of resident care. Coordinates care and services with other departments/providers from the time of admission to discharge. Assists Registered Nurse with completion of assessments, documentation, and data collection within scope of practice and acting timely on findings. Administers medications and completes treatments as ordered. Observes and monitors residents condition and reports changes as appropriate. Ensures that all physicians orders are signed and implemented within specified time frames. Maintains safety of all residents and employees. Responds appropriately to safety hazards and reports any issues to the appropriate person. Ensures that all staff follows the infection control policy and procedure. Maintains a clean, sanitary, safe and efficiently organized work area. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Minimum Required Qualifications: Degree from an accredited school of nursing for the Licensed Practical Nurse program Current LPN licensure in the state in which they are working Up to 2 years experience as LPN Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal formats Basic computer skills Ability to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Residents Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience providing senior care / healthcare setting Qualifications Licenses & Certifications Licenses – LPN (required) Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, incl ding an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractors legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Equal Opportunity Employer: Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran