Nurse

    Posted 18 hours ago
    Frederick, MD · Onsite

    Full Time

    Onsite

    About the job

    LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)

    Join our mission to honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another. Step into the legacy of Homewood at Frederick, a cherished part of Homewood Retirement Centers. We are a beacon of support and vitality, evolving from the historic Francis Scott Key Hotel to our modern-day community. At Homewood, our mission is to infuse the lives of our residents and clients with compassion, professionalism, and care. We offer a vibrant culture where teamwork is the heartbeat, innovative solutions flourish, and job satisfaction knows no bounds. Here, relationships are forged for life, and longevity is celebrated. Join us in the joy of making a profound difference in the lives of others, all while embracing a strong sense of community and a supportive work environment!

    Job Description

    • Deliver care that goes above and beyond for our residents.
    • Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
    • Provide accurate and descriptive records of medical and nursing care of the residents.
    • Assign daily resident care duties to nursing assistants and hospitality aides, monitor and evaluate the delivery of care.
    • Accurately transcribe and carry out all physicians' orders and assist with physician visits.
    • Participate in resident care planning.
    • Evaluate and be alert to the physical and psychological needs of the residents and respond in accordance with proper nursing techniques and protocol.
    • Assist with admissions and discharges of residents.
    • Assist in the management of nursing assistants and hospitality aides.
    • Assist with direct resident care as time and responsibilities permit.
    • Treat all information about residents, their condition, and family as well as personnel matters as confidential information.
    • Comply with established corporate and departmental policies and procedures and maintain established standards and practices.
    • Perform other functions as directed by the supervisor.

    Requirements

    • Current and valid LPN license in the state you will be providing care. If you are currently a student in an LPN program, please see the Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) position.
    • Judgment capabilities, initiative, and dependability.
    • Ability to read, write, and understand English well.
    • Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, and turn frequently throughout the course of an eight-hour shift.
    • Ability to lift 30 pounds in assisting co-workers with resident lifts, transfers, etc. several times throughout the shift.
    • Standing and walking distances constantly throughout the campus is required during the shift while evaluating residents and supporting line staff and (at applicable facilities) responding to emergency needs of the retirement community.
    • Ability to push a med cart in dispensing medications.
    • Ability to react quickly and decisively in emergencies and in unexpected behavior of residents.
    • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
    • Ability to communicate with residents at a level they can understand.

    Benefits

    • Paid time off, with an opportunity to cash out each year.
    • Assistance for new LPNs/RNs - we pay up to 50% of your student loans.
    • Shift and weekend differentials.
    • Referral bonus of up to $600.
    • Tuition reimbursement.
    • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options.
    • Retirement contributions.
    • Professional licensure reimbursement.

    Your Schedule

    Our full-time LPNs typically work 8-hour shifts from 7 am - 3 pm, 3 pm - 11 pm, or 11 pm - 7 am. If part-time is more your style, we can accommodate your schedule with 2-4 days per week, also consisting of 8-hour shifts. We also offer weekend-only shifts, and PRN opportunities if available.