Licensed Practical Nurse – Assisted Living Nurse – Long-Term Care Position Available In Androscoggin, Maine
Tallo's Job Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse in Assisted Living and Long-Term Care works closely with residents and other care providers to create a safe therapeutic environment. Units may include specialized care for Alzheimer's/dementia patients, short-term rehabilitation services, and long-term care for residents needing ongoing support. Nursing services may involve IV therapy, wound care, and geriatric assessment and management.
Job Description
The LPN partners with our residents and other care providers to create a safe and comfortable therapeutic environment by providing direct and indirect care.
Units include3 East is a 31-bed specialized unit, working with Alzheimers/dementia residents, and tailoring care to meet their needs. Key aspects of this unit are the use of both verbal and non-verbal communication techniques, understanding the difficult behaviors that are sometimes associated with residents that have Alzheimer’s/Dementia, as well as understanding that these behaviors can be valid communications. It provides needed care to those residents needing long term placement in a home-like environment. The Transitional Rehabilitation Unit occupies the second floor of d’Youville Pavilion. This 42-bed unit provides short-term, skilled nursing and rehab services to patients recovering from fractures, joint replacements, back surgery, stroke, and other illnesses or injuries of a short-term nature where a rehab approach might be beneficial. Nursing services often include IV therapy, wound care and geriatric assessment and management. 3 West is a 42-bed long-term care unit. It provides needed care to those residents needing long term placement in a home-like environment.
