LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) - Part Time

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Monarch Communities is seeking a part-time LPN at Brandywine at Mountain Ridge in Watchung, NJ, to provide direct nursing care under the RN led Health and Wellness Director, supervise CNAs and HHAs, and champion holistic resident wellness. The role focuses on monitoring health and safety, assisting with medication administration, maintaining clinical quality assurance, and conducting thorough resident assessments in a long term care or assisted living setting. Requirements include an active LPN license, 2+ years in long term care or similar settings, experience with dementia, strong multitasking and regulatory knowledge, and computer proficiency; you must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work onsite. Salary $35-$37/hr plus benefits like PTO and flexible scheduling. Apply by tailoring your LTC focused resume, highlighting leadership and compassionate, patient centered care, and including a concise cover letter.

Company Description

At Brandywine at Mountain Ridge by Monarch Communities, we inspire our residents to live healthier, stronger and more fulfilling lives. In every aspect of our communities, Monarch prioritizes the health of our residents, their families and our entire team.  Being a part of the Monarch team is more than a job, our team members deserve our best.

Job Description

Led by the community's Health and Wellness Director (RN), our Wellness Nurse is a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who provides direct nursing care to the Residents with an emphasis on holistic wellness. They also help supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by care staff of CNA's and Home Health Aides (HHAs).

Salary Range: $35.00 - $37.00 Hourly

Responsibilities and Duties

• Monitors the health, safety, and well-being of all residents
• Assisting in training and monitoring of medication administration
• Supervise care staff in accordance with current state regulations and community policies
• Maintaining clinical quality assurance in accordance with federal, state and local standards
• Promote the highest degree of service to our residents while leading and demonstrating the mission of the company
• Conduct thorough resident assessments

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing, with current LPN license
• At least 2 years’ experience with long-term care, assisted living, home health or hospital setting preferred
• Experience working with residents with Alzheimer’s or other related dementias
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations, and of nursing practices, techniques and methods applied to health and wellness resident
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications
• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. Intermittent physical activity includes lifting and supporting residents. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Additional Information

Benefits Offered (for Part-Time Employees):
• Paid Time Off (PTO) a
• Flexible Schedule
• On the job training
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Free Parking

Other Compensation Programs:
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement:
Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.