Overview
Looking for Flexibility this Summer?
Work Weekends, Free Your Week – Join Our Weekend Warrior Team!
Location: Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield
Salary: $31.86 - $40.39 / hour
Full-Time | Part-Time | Per Diem Available
Now Hiring: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Team Leaders
Full-Time | Part-Time | Per Diem | New Grads Welcome! Start your career with support and hands-on experience through our Mentorship Program.
* Weekend Warrior LPN Pay Rates: Regular Pay Range: $31.86 - $40.39 / hour PLUS experience credit
* NEW! Gas Allowance Benefit for Full & Part-Time Staff
* Ask us how to EARN 11% more with our Pay in Lieu of Benefits Program
Why Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield?
* Gas Allowance Stipend
* Pay in Lieu of Benefits – Earn More While Working Less
* Newly Renovated Building
* Increased Tuition Assistance for Clinical Tracks
* Shift Differentials!
* Full Benefits Package
* Employee Referral Program
LPN Team Leader – Role Overview
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Team Leader, you’ll be a vital member of our interdisciplinary care team, managing the daily clinical care and routines for our residents and short-term rehab patients. This is a chance to grow your skill set in a home-like, supportive environment where your work truly matters.
Duties Include
* Planning and delivering high-quality nursing care
* Monitoring clinical needs and coordinating care plans
* Supporting regulatory compliance and patient safety
Must have a current Rhode Island LPN license.
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Responsibilities
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Responsibilities:
* Administer medications and treatments to assigned residents as ordered by physician, utilizing the five rights as applicable.
* Direct and monitor personal care duties and nursing procedures carried out by Nursing Assistants on the assigned team.
* Assist Nursing Assistants with direct resident care as necessary.
* Report unusual symptoms, condition changes, daily needs, and resident progress to Unit Manager, Assistant Unit Manager, or Charge Nurse Supervisor.
* Follow the Plan of Care for each resident and monitor Nursing Assistants’ implementation of the care plan.
* Receive controlled substances from the shift Supervisory Nurse and ensure proper storage, distribution, and safe use of medications.
* Document as applicable in care plans, Nursing Notes, Medication Administration Records, Treatment Records, and other required documentation.
LPN - Skills/Competencies
* Exceptional customer service skills
* Problem-solving skills
* Strong decision-making ability
* Proficient computer skills
Qualifications
LPN Qualifications:
* Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with current state license required.
* LPN training and geriatric work experience preferred.
* Ability to supervise and work well with other personnel.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills required.
* Caring, respectful attitude toward residents.
* Physical stamina for constant activity.
* Ability to perform tasks to established standards of excellence.
* This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. To ensure a safe work environment and effective communication, employees must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or advanced level.
EOE Statement
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.
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