Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN

Join Tallgrass Creek by Erickson Senior Living as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) providing clinical care to residents in a continuing care retirement community. You will deliver care according to nursing standards of practice, board of nursing regulations, and Erickson Senior Living standards in a 65-acre senior living community located in Overland Park, Kansas.

Clinical Setting

Tallgrass Creek is a continuing care retirement community serving seniors. You will work in a neighborhood-based setting providing direct resident care and clinical services.

Responsibilities

• Develop relationships with residents and their families using a consistent caregiver approach that supports residents' physical, spiritual, emotional, and clinical needs
• Assess, observe, and evaluate residents' clinical conditions and document findings in the electronic medical record
• Notify the provider and/or RN when necessary based on clinical assessments
• Update or modify care plans as needed to reflect changes in residents' care and service needs
• Supervise and lead care associates
• Administer medications timely, accurately, and according to orders
• Participate in meetings related to resident outcomes and care
• Respond to residents, families, or responsible parties in a timely and professional manner
• Participate in clinical indicator reviews including falls, wounds, nutrition, and antipsychotic use
• Perform other duties as assigned by the RN clinical leader

Required Qualifications

• Active state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• CPR certification
• Passion to care for seniors and serve as a strong resident advocate

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in assisted living, home health, or long-term care
• Experience with electronic medical records

Compensation and Benefits

Starting compensation is $30 per hour, based on years of experience.

Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision packages with annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching, and telemedicine options
• PTO plans plus company-paid volunteer hours for eligible team members in accordance with applicable state law
• 401(k) for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers providing wellness visits and sick care for team members over 18 years of age
• Free access to onsite Team Member Health and Well-Being Centers plus well-being programs, tools, and resources for you and immediate family members
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and access to over 6,000 courses through an online learning library
• Growth opportunities as the company opens new communities and expands existing ones

Employment Type

This is a PRN (as-needed) position.

Note: Specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable and take precedence over the requirements outlined in this job description.