Licensed Practical Nurse-Assisted Living

WHO ARE WE?

If you enjoy working with older adults, caring for and talking with them, learning from their stories and seeing them smile, this is the job of a lifetime. At Freedom Village Bradenton, you can jump-start a senior living career or build the one you have. You’ll grow, advance, and gain knowledge in senior services — one of the fastest-growing career fields in the country.

We offer jobs in Bradenton, FL, at all levels and for all types of skills and expertise. You’ll join a team that’s passionate about working with seniors and making them our top priority. We’re committed to delivering the very best resident-centered care and providing high-quality hospitality through our Extraordinary Impressions program. With integrity, a solid work ethic and empathy for older adults, you can create a long, satisfying, and fruitful senior living career at Freedom Village of Bradenton.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Licensed Practical Nurse (Assisted Living) is responsible for the accurate and timely administration of medications, treatments, documentation and emergency calls as indicated in our Assisted Living and Memory Care Units.

Available positions: 1 Part-time (weekends); 1 part-time (3rd shift) ; 1 PRN as needed

Here are the of the duties you will perform:

PRINCIPAL DUTIES

1. Administers medications.
2. Administers treatments, including, but not limited to: dressings, catherization, suctioning, oxygen, etc.
3. Assists in direct resident care as necessary.
4. Maintains accurate documentation of medication administered and care rendered.

       Other Duties:

1. Assists in admission and discharge procedures.
2. Responds to resident emergency call system as indicated.
3. Makes rounds with physicians and transcribes orders.
4. Keeps physician and family aware of change in resident’s condition.
5. Maintains the self-respect, personal dignity, and physical safety of each patient.
6. Assures continuity of services and care.
7. Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.
8. Performs specific work duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

In order to qualify for this job you will need: 

• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Florida
• 6 months nursing experience, geriatric experience is preferred.
• Can generate a warm, friendly, and caring manner on first impression.
• Can pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.

Physical Requirements of position:

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting; must be able to stand/walk for up to 70% of the work day; must be able to lift , transfer, turn and position residents weighing up to 125 lbs. unassisted, or with the assistance of one for a resident weighing over 125 lbs. May be subjected to offensive odors and combative behavior. Must be able to lift and carry up to 20 lbs. frequently, and 50 lbs. occasionally. May be exposed to communicable diseases including the HIV and HBV viruses. Must be able to work paying close attention to detail with frequent interruptions.

WE VALUE OUR EMPLOYEES AND SHOW APPRECIATION THROUGH THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS…

• Scholarships and Educational Assistance Programs, because we value the development of our team members and promoting from within.
• Extraordinary Reward Points, because we value recognizing and appreciating our employees for their hard work.
• Our comprehensive benefits, because we value health and wellness for you and your family.
• Various Employee-led Committees because we value employee engagement and making your voice heard.
• A Free and Confidential Employee Assistance Program because we understand that life happens.
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long Term Disability, (401)K Retirement
• Freedom Village Bradenton has partnered with Daily Pay to give our team members control over accessing their paycheck on their own schedule. Ask us about how this benefit supports your financial wellbeing today!

Shifts Available: FT/PT 

Salary:  Starting at $25 per hour

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