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Keystone Place at Richland Creek
LPN Charge Nurse
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What they do
A Charge Nurse supervises and supports a nursing staff, while also treating a limited number of patients. Evaluates other nurses and acts as an educational resource for nurses. Provides guidance on administering care to new patients or those with special needs and answers questions regarding protocol. Directs admission, discharge and general flow of patients.
$72,944 / year median in Illinois
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Welcome! We're so glad you're exploring one of the most rewarding jobs in the world! _"It feels good knowing that we brighten our residents' day. We laugh with them, cry with them, sing and dance with them
- we get the opportunity to brighten their day and our own! Working here is an unbelievable privilege and it will be something I carry with me for the rest of my life!" _ _
- Keystone Place Team Member_ At Keystone Place at Richland Creek senior living, Care Partners play a key role in helping our residents live an active, vibrant life!
RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS
Place at Richland Creek is looking to fill FT Nursing positions. Nurses report directly to the Health and Wellness Director. The role of the nurse is to administer medications in Assisted Living/Memory Care, assist the Health and Wellness Director with resident assessments and compliance. Most importantly, the role of the nurse is to assist in ensuring residents are well cared for by being a role model, educator and respected leader for care partners. Nurses are expected to be reliable, have a strong desire to serve our residents and a genuine passion for their wellbeing and happiness. Assisted Living/Memory Care experience a plus, but not required. If this environment sounds like a good fit for you, come in and complete an application... we'd love to meet you!Responsibilities:
- Build meaningful relationships with a specified number of seniors and their families as you provide assistance with activities of daily living, attend to individual care needs and get to know their unique preferences and personalities
- Notify management of changes in condition and recommend adjustments in the level of care and service
- Assist residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on their individual profile
- Blends a variety of multi-sensory experiences into the resident's day
- Participates in the development of the Individualized Service Plans (ISP) and monthly updates
- Responsible for their designated group of residents during the shift, knows where their residents are and physically checks on them throughout the shift.
- Partners with community team to ensure community is in compliance with OSHA requirements and promotion of Risk Management programs and policies; adherence to safety rules and regulations.
- Invite, Encourage, Assist residents in life skills and other life enriching activities as indicated on ISP and demographic profile
- Committed to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Services
- Demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills
Keystone Pay:
$33.00- $36.