Lpn- Medication Management Nurse

Hiring Bonus for Full Time positions: $1,500 ($750 after working FT for 30 days AND $750 after working FT for 6 months).

Pay Range: $22 - $26/hr

It is important to provide a complete and relevant employment history. Pay is determined by verifiable experience.

Available Shifts

1) Fulltime: 6am-2pm, Mon- Friday

2) Fulltime: 2pm-10pm, Mon- Friday

3) Part-time: 3pm -7pm, Mon- Friday

4) PRN: As needed

Why Work for St. James Place: Clean and safe environment, Great management team that appreciates you, Competitive pay, Discounted Gym Membership to the onsite fitness center, and On-campus Café with good food at a reasonable price.

Why work at St. James Place? Our 40 plus year reputation for excellence as the only continuing care retirement community in Baton Rouge is a great place to explore your next career! At St. James Place, we sincerely believe that our reputation for excellence is directly tied to the diverse, talented, and devoted team of people who come to work every day. It is that belief that compels us to maintain a workplace culture where people really want to come to work and give their very best. Whether a new team member, or one of our many long timers, a common theme here is that this is a great place to work! It may be all the smiling faces, our expectations for accountability and respect, our great benefits, our beautiful campus, the rewarding work, or the fun we have together. The ultimate reward is having the opportunity to contribute your talent and passion to our mission of providing Joyful Service, which is one of our core values. Joyful Service does not just apply to our Residents, but how we interact with one another every day.

What Employees Say About Working at St. James Place:

“St. James Place is a wonderful, clean environment to work at. Employees and residents are very friendly. It is a very beautiful place for the elderly to call home. They provide activities for all residents, no matter what level of care they receive. St. James Place also honors, rewards, and appreciate their employees.” - Assisted Living Team Member

Job Duties

The Medication Management LPN is responsible for providing medication management services to residents of Assisted Living. Orders, receives, and administers medications, processes physician's orders, and communicates with resident's family and physicians. Documents daily observations and services provided. Provides services in accordance with regulatory guidelines and compliance for Assisted Living Facilities. Additional duties include:

• Reviews and follows up on daily communication logs.
• Accurately documents daily observations and services provided and maintains accurate records.
• Ensures that safety and infection control practices are continuously followed.
• Works in conjunction with the Wellness Nurse to provide direct or indirect nursing care as needed or directed in accordance with state regulations and company policy.
• Communicates with clients, families, and physicians as needed or as appropriate.
• Observes physical or emotional changes in client's condition and reports them promptly.
• Performs lab orders, prepares lab order forms and contacts laboratory provider to pick up lab specimens.

The ideal candidate has graduated from an accredited LPN program, holds a current unencumbered license as a Licensed Practical Nurse, and has one to two years' experience; preferably in the senior care field. Long-term care experience and experience with residents with dementia a plus. Current Health Care Provider CPR certification. Ability to represent the corporation in a professional manner and maintain a professional appearance; good human relation skills; strong verbal and written communication skills; proficient computer skills, strong organizational and documentation skills; ability to maintain confidentiality; highly motivated, energetic and compassionate. Must be reliable and possess a strong work ethic.
Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; ability to lift and assist senior adults with mobility.
The employee must have the ability to perform essential functions without posing a "direct threat" in the workplace.

Experience

• At least one year of experience.

• Long-term care experience and experience with residents in advanced stage dementia a plus

Education

• Associates or better

Licenses & Certifications

• CPR Certificate
• First Aid Certification
• Licensed Practical Nurse

Skills

• Direct Care Skills
• AOD (MatricCare)
• Team Player
• Interact professionally
• Communication Skills

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe