Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

Job Title

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Melbourne, FL

Employer: Sonata Viera

Pay Frequency: Hourly

MUST HAVE VALID LPN LICENSE

You belong here. At Sonata Viera we place a high emphasis on the overall wellbeing of our residents and believe in providing excellent care and customer service. This is a premier work atmosphere in a beautiful community.

Responsible for carrying out the instructions of the Director of Wellness. Supervise and monitor nursing staff to obtain highest quality care by performing routine nursing duties. Accountable to the Director of Wellness/Executive Director for all nursing department activities and maintaining the corporate philosophy of quality care.

• Supervise HHAs, CNAs and the facility staff.
• Make daily rounds of all Assisted Living residents and retirement residents if needed.
• Observe and report symptoms and conditions of patients to Director of Wellness, Delegating R.N./Physician.
• Administer medications and treatments per signed doctor’s orders in an accurate, safe manner; observe effectiveness and report to physician if needed.
• Inform Director of Wellness when supplies and equipment are needed.
• Order medication from pharmacy when needed.
• Supervise the Home Health Aide to ensure nursing care is given properly, safely and with high quality.
• Administer emergency first aid.
• Ensure daily assignments for patient care and related duties are carried out as outlined by the Director of Wellness; document V/S, weights, nurse’s notes, medication, kardex, etc.
• Make daily rounds of all patients and areas; recognize, interpret and report conditions to the DOW/RN/ED as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and neatness of nurse’s station, med room and cart.
• Assist in the orientation of new staff.
• Complete admission and discharge evaluations as necessary.
• Check equipment for cleanliness and condition.
• Provide guidance for nursing assistants.
• Promote and maintain good interpersonal relationships with residents, visitors and personnel.
• Perform related work as required for both assisted living and independent residents throughout the facility.

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program, currently licensed to practice per state.
• Work experience in the geriatric field.
• Ability to communicate well, in writing and verbally.
• Ability to interact with visitors, staff and residents in a courteous manner.
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 60 lbs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure at times.
• Must be able to perform good grooming practices, personal hygiene and be punctual and regular in attendance.
• Must have warm, friendly, congenial personality. Must present a professional appearance and possess an empathetic attitude towards seniors.
• Ability to assess a resident’s condition and intervene when needed.
• CPR certified, or obtained within 90 days of hire and yearly thereafter.
• May have their picture taken and image used in social media or community advertising.
• May be video recorded from devices installed by families in residents’ apartments.

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match