Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Assisted Living

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Assisted Living
Part Time | Day Shift

Pay: $27-$28.50/hour
(based on experience & shift differentials)

The Village at LifeQuest is located in Quakertown, PA. We are seeking passionate team members who care about making a difference. Join our team and be an everyday hero at LifeQuest Nursing Center where quality of life counts!

What makes LifeQuest unique?

At LifeQuest, we are a family of health care services and facilities dedicated to the maintenance and improvement of the health and life environment of people of all ages. LifeQuest is a nonprofit organization located in Quakertown, Pennsylvania serving the Berks, Bucks, Lehigh, Montgomery and Northampton counties. We are a top-rated, cutting-edge family of facilities offering quality personal and health care services ranging from infant care through senior care.

What will I do as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Assisted Living?

• Administer medications (when needed)
• Communicate with doctors and family members
• Provide direction for care staff
• Demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to the needs of residents and their families
• Provide daily assessment of "at risk" residents to ensure health needs are being met
• Assist Resident Care Director with ensuring that all medications are being administered per company and state policies.
• Provide training and support to Resident Care Assistants to ensure that they are properly administering medications
• QA at the direction of the Resident Care Director of the MAR, storage, and supply of medication to ensure compliance.
• Personally observe administration of medications to ensure compliance.
• Establish and maintain a healthy working relationship with PCP, specialists and other medical providers.
• Communicate with all departments changes in residents and medical needs.
• Directly supervises employees
• Facilitate communication between shifts and caregivers
• Assign care giving duties to direct caregivers
• Provide assistance with coverage in extreme situations
• Assist with assuring Medication Assistants and Resident Care Assistants are knowledgeable of current company and state policies pertinent to their jobs
• Assist with assessment of new residents for admission including ensuring that all admission paperwork meets company and state requirements prior to admission
• Assist with resident admission, transfer, and discharge as needed
• Ensure that all employee evaluations are completed in a timely manner
• Ensure ASP is followed

What is required as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Assisted Living?

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid and current LPN license in the state of Pennsylvania
• Valid PA driver's license
• Must maintain certification as a practicum observer
• Must maintain CPR certification
• Must complete annual training as required by current regulations
• Must have excellent planning, organizational, time management & assessment skills
• Must have excellent communications skills

What does LifeQuest offer a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Assisted Living?

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
• Tuition and Educational Reimbursement
• Generous PTO which starts with 16 days your first year (includes 6 holidays)
• Day off for your Birthday!
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Principle retirement plan with employer match
• Discounts for onsite Daycare at 3 of our sites!
  • Full time employees receive 75% off 1st child. 50% off each additional child
  • Part time employees receive 50% off 1st child. 25% off each additional child
• Monthly Employee Appreciation treats

Why work here?

LifeQuest will achieve its goals by being the Employer of Choice, by treating our co-workers with respect and in a professional manner and thereby facilitating our commitment to a high standard of public service.

T.E.A.M. = Together everyone accomplishes more! | We care like family, and our duty is our passion!