Part Time Overnight Ranch Hand Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Pay $34.00/hour

Join our amazing team and work at a community that is at 100% occupancy!

Part-time overnight shift - 12 hour shifts

Assisted living/memory care experience preferred but not required

Experience preferred but not required. Confidence in your skills, ability to multi-task and strong organization is a must!

At The Summit of Lakewood Ranch, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through compassionate care and unwavering support. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to creating exceptional living experiences and who are eager to contribute to a supportive, family-like atmosphere. When you join The Summit of Lakewood Ranch, you become an integral part of a team that values making a positive difference every single day. If you are driven by empathy and excellence, we invite you to bring your talents to our welcoming community.

Full-time benefits include:

• PTO (Paid Time Off) and Holiday Pay: Take advantage of paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Daily pay: Get paid daily, providing you with financial flexibility and control over your earnings.
• Health/Dental Insurance
• 401K with employer match: Plan for your financial future with our 401k program.
• Life Insurance: Company paid life insurance
• Short and long-term disability: Financial security while you recover from an injury that puts you out of work
• Referral Bonuses: Refer qualified candidates and earn rewards
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our support
• Employee Assistance Program: Connecting our employees with resources for handling personal challenges

Summary of Duties of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) associates serve as the supervisor in charge for their shift. As the team leader on their shift, they coordinate resident care, designate tasks, and assignments to Resident Care Assistants (RCAs) and Medication Technicians (MTs) and monitor the overall functioning of the Wellness Department for the shift. They also are responsible for residence decisions in the absence of the Executive Director and Wellness Director. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position reports to the Wellness Director.

Essential Functions of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Plans and delegates work assignments assuring effective shift coverage; Coordinates care on his/her shift.
• Participates in and supervises the delivery of personal care to residents.
• Implements the service plans and collects data regarding the health status of residents.
• Acts as team leader for shift; Coaches and counsels’ RCAs/MTs regarding care practices and standards; Follows proper disciplinary procedures if RCAs/MTs are not following residence policies and procedures; Writes disciplinary reports per residence protocol.
• Always maintains professional demeanor when interacting with residents and families.
• Uses tactful, diplomatic communication techniques in potentially sensitive or emotionally charged situations.
• Reports any suspected or witnessed instances of verbal, mental, or physical abuse to Wellness Director and takes appropriate action.
• Administers medications according to the physician order on the medication administration record (MAR).
• Documents medications administered on the MAR in accordance with company policy; Checks MARs immediately after administration and prior to end of shift to ensure documentation is complete and accurate.
• Conducts change of shift report with oncoming/outgoing shift personnel.
• Maintains security of medication cart and narcotic keys during entire shift; Conducts narcotic count at the beginning and end of every shift in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Transcribes physician orders, reviews MAR’s for accuracy, and notifies pharmacy of changes.
• Responds to emergencies in a prompt, calm manner
• Orients and assists with on-the-job training of new associates and participates in evaluation of knowledge, skills, and abilities of associates on his/her shift; Reports findings to Wellness Director.
• Monitors e-call system equipment to ensure proper working condition and caregiver response to e-call to assure timely assistance.
• Monitors and maintains resident charts; Reports significant changes in a resident’s condition to the physician and responsible party and documents in the resident’s chart all observations, follow through and any new orders/instructions from the physician.
• Understands and uses Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Standard Precautions, OSHA's Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens, and other safety rules.
• Operates designated medical equipment, copy, scan, and fax machines and telephone.
• Documents and reports resident incidents as required by state regulations.

Non-Essential Functions of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

• Participates in and supports the resident-centered activities program.
• Demonstrates the ability to function as a team member in sharing responsibilities for the administration of resident services in cooperation with all members of the team.
• Keeps Wellness Director informed of all changes in resident's health and/or any problems within the shift.
• Participates in all associate meetings and attends other meetings as required.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of the heritage, values and wisdom of the residents, and an understanding of the aging process.
• Performs other duties as assigned by Wellness Director.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Experience

• Graduate of accredited school of nursing.
• Must be a licensed nurse in state where you work.
• Minimum of two years nursing experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak in English.
• Experience in an Assisted Living setting preferred. Dementia care experience preferred.
• Be in good physical health and free of communicable diseases; Lifting, bending, and pushing medication cart about residence is required; Must be able to lift 40 pounds.
• Completion of drug testing and criminal background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor.

There is no greater way to elevate your career than by contributing your passion and skill to a senior living community. Grace Management, Inc. is committed to helping nurture a sense of belonging by helping you grow professionally. The quality of our communities is determined by the quality of our employees.