LPN-Licensed Practical Nurse (Nights)

Find your new career with a team of HEROES, who are extraordinary people doing ordinary things for seniors. We are dedicated to giving back and supporting our team members, local community, and others worldwide. Come join a team with (6) Industry Best of the Best Awards and help us put People First Always. Come see why Brightwater is certified as a Great Place to Work! Now accepting applications for a FT LPN to work nights. This position is responsible for providing hands on, person centered resident care, wound care, proper and timely administration of medications and treatments, accurate verbal and written reports and rapid response to any / all emergency situations. We look forward to meeting you soon! Interviews offered daily!

POSITION SUMMARY : Provides hands on resident care, proper and timely administration of medications and treatments, accurate verbal and written reports and rapid response to any / all emergency situations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Performs professional and restorative nursing services which include, but not limited to, resident assessments, recording of vital signs, administering medications and treatments.
• Keeps timely documentation of written reports and verbal reports ensuring that quality care is provided.
• Interacts with the resident's physician, pharmacist and medical personnel as needed.
• Following the guidelines as outlined in the Resident Care Plan; assists residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, hygiene, and mobility.
• Assists with in-service and on the job training and mentoring of Team Members.
• Participates in and attends all required in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES : To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Technical Skills - Individual must demonstrate current and ongoing competence in tasks assigned which indicates a specialized skill in this area above and beyond the average.

Communication - Demonstrates an ability to effectively and regularly transfer information to necessary parties to improve the quality of work and to provide the supervisor with actionable, accurate data.

Initiative - Is self-motivated and personally competitive. Wants to achieve for the good of the Company and the team. Seeks additional work when they have capacity. Demonstrates an ability and desire to bring new ideas and solutions to the supervisor on an ongoing basis.

Flexibility - The ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions. The ability to navigate obstacles with ease and professionalism.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to ideas and tries new things

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; encourages others and asks for help when needed. Exhibits patience and compassion.

Professionalism - Ensures service is delivered on time and is of the highest quality. Assumes responsibility for mistakes. Presents themselves in a manner which enhances the brand image. Understands that no information is truly private and conducts online or social networking activities accordingly.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works ethically and with integrity; upholds the Company's Guiding Principles :

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Expected Hours of Work : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

TRAVEL : No travel is expected although occasional travel may be required for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED :