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About Enso Village
Enso Village is a Zen-inspired community with a focus on mindful aging, the joys of nature, sustainability and contemplative life and care for adults 60+. Enso Village is a collaborative endeavor between the Kendal Corporation—an esteemed, nationally recognized leader in senior living guided by the Quaker values of its founders—and the San Francisco Zen Center, one of the first Zen Buddhist organizations in the US, founded by Shunryu Suzuki Roshi.

As America’s first and only Zen-inspired senior living community, Enso Village is a workplace like no other place you have ever worked. Here, our staff and residents engage fully and form close and meaningful relationships. We seek to uphold our professionalism and our humanity in equal measure. We listen with open minds and hearts. We learn something meaningful from every person and every experience. Sustaining others is what sustains us.

The Role

Enso Village is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to join our team in providing high-quality care and wellness support for our residents across Memory Care, Assisted Living, and Independent Living communities. The LVN will collaborate with our interdisciplinary team to promote holistic well-being, ensure regulatory compliance, and uphold our commitment to resident-centered care. This position fosters a culture of contemplative care, promoting well-being, dignity, and compassion for older adults.

Position Responsibilities

Resident Care & Wellbeing

• Provide hands-on assistance with mobility, daily living activities (bathing, grooming, eating), and emotional support.
• Ensures compliance with all aspects of the medication management process across all levels of care, including administration, documentation within the health record, recordkeeping, ordering, and required reporting requirements.
• Regularly review and update care plans to align with residents' evolving needs.
• In the absence of the Health and Wellbeing Director, develop and implement interim service plans as care needs arise.
• Coordinate resident appointments and transportation as needed.
• Maintain positive relationships with residents, families, and physicians.
• Act as a liaison between the care team and leadership, ensuring seamless communication.
• Regularly review and update care plans as needed, ensuring that care companions and other team members are informed of any modifications or adjustments.
• Perform household or unit-related tasks as needed.
• Take on other duties as assigned to support residents and team operations.

Health & Safety Compliance

• Manage documentation and care records using MatrixCare (Electronic Health Record).
• Ensure compliance with medication management protocols, including administration, record-keeping, and reporting.
• Monitor resident alert status and document updates in the EHR.
• Implement quality-of-care standards, infection control measures, and emergency response protocols.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment, identifying potential hazards and recommending improvements.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Organize and oversee the daily activities of the care companion team in the absence of the Health and Wellbeing Director.
• Ensure care companions and other team members remain informed of any modifications to care plans.
• Assist with training and mentoring care companions, reinforcing Enso Village’s contemplative care approach.
• Supervise team performance in the absence of the Health and Wellbeing Director, ensuring reliability and adherence to care standards.
• Fosters a culture of contemplative care, promoting well-being, dignity, and compassion for older adults.
• Actively participate in team meetings, education sessions, and professional development opportunities.
• Promote a compassionate, resident-centered approach to care.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of care policies, procedures, and training programs.

Skills & Qualifications

Education & Certification:

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program.
• Current California State Board of Nursing license.
• First Aid/CPR certification and medication administration training required.

Experience:

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in senior living, dementia care, or a healthcare setting.
• Prior experience working with individuals living with dementia or memory-related conditions is highly preferred.

Key Competencies:

• Strong leadership, team coordination, and mentoring abilities.
• Ability to stay calm and composed in challenging situations while managing multiple priorities.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
• Deep understanding of dementia-related behaviors and compassionate caregiving approaches.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, bend, stoop, and lift up to 35 pounds.
• Exposure to potential hazards, including disinfectants, infections, and bloodborne pathogens.
• Capability to push wheelchairs weighing between 50 and 250 pounds.
• Must be comfortable working in an environment where residents may have pets, including dogs and cats.

As a responsible organization, Enso Village is committed to maintaining a secure, drug-free work environment. All candidates must undergo a background check and drug testing as part of the hiring process to ensure the well-being of our team and guests.

Compensation & Benefits:

Enso Village is committed to equal pay and transparency. The salary range for this position is $38.00 to $43.00 per hour. Compensation is based on experience, education, skills, and business considerations.

We provide team members with a supportive and inclusive work environment focused on health and well-being. Full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage available starting on your first day of employment.
• Life & Disability Insurance: Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with a generous employer match to help you plan for the future.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Paid annual vacation, sick days, personal days, and holidays.
• Healthy Meals: Subsidized organic, nutritious meals available daily.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for ongoing career growth and development within the organization.

We value applicants of all different backgrounds, experiences, and skill sets. If you think you could excel in this role (regardless of whether you meet all the qualifications), we encourage you to apply. Enso Village is an equal opportunity employer which means that we consider applicants for hire and make employment decisions without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or other legally protected status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who request accommodation.