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Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Status: Full-Time & Part-Time available!
- Schedule: PT (Saturday & Sunday days or nights), FT (Monday-Friday Nights)
- Location: Ovation Sienna Hills - 1525 E Ovation Pl, Washington, UT 84780
- Apply at www.TeamAvamere.com
Job Summary
A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a memory care and assisted living facility provides direct medical care, manages medications, and supports residents' cognitive and physical needs. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), LPNs also oversee frontline caregivers, assess resident health, and communicate with families and doctors. The ideal candidate will possess excellent clinical skills, strong leadership abilities, and a passion for working with seniors in a long-term care setting.
Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities
Medication Administration: Safely prepare, administer, and document medications and treatments. Conduct regular narcotic counts and ensure compliance with pharmacy and state regulations.
Health Monitoring & Assessments: Assess residents' conditions upon move-in and complete ongoing, routine evaluations. Monitor vital signs and track changes in physical health or cognitive behaviors
Memory Care Focus: Tailor care to residents with Alzheimer's or dementia. Provide redirection, manage memory-related behavioral challenges, and offer structured cognitive support.
Care Plan Execution: Follow Individualized Service Plans (ISPs) designed by the wellness director or RN, adjusting care as resident needs evolve.
Staff Supervision: Supervise Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Caregivers, Medication Aide/Tech, and care partners, offering guidance and assistance during daily routines.
Family & Doctor Liaison: Communicate with physicians regarding orders and updates. Provide compassionate updates to families and respond to their concerns.
Resident Assessments: Conduct thorough assessments of new and existing residents to identify healthcare needs, preferences, and goals. Continuously update care plans based on changes in health status.
Training & Mentorship: Educate resident assistants and medication technicians on dementia-specific best practices, infection control, and emergency procedures.
Daily Oversight: Ensure staff are properly following structured daily routines, which are critical for lowering stress and supporting memory care residents.
Advocacy: Provide emotional and psychosocial support to residents and their families, connecting them to community resources.
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: Handle dynamic and evolving healthcare situations by applying critical thinking skills and effectively responding to emergencies both in person and remotely, addressing changes in resident health, and staff challenges.
Other duties assigned are appropriate to the position.
Requirements
Requirements and Qualifications
- Must possess a nursing degree from an accredited college.
- Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in this state.
- Nursing experience in assisted living, Alzheimer/dementia, long term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and or critical care clinical setting.
- Thorough knowledge of CMS and State Regulations regarding patient care in an ALF/IL/MC facility.
- Experience in electronic medical records documentation.
- Strong leadership or mentorship and communication skills.
- Knowledge of State and Federal regulations and compliance requirements.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Must maintain and have an active CPR/First Aid Certificate during employment.
Benefits
- At Ovation, we believe caring for others starts with caring for our own teams. Our benefits are designed to support your well-being, growth, and peace of mind—so you can focus on making a difference every day.
- Employees are Benefits-eligible at 30+ hours/week. Coverage begins the 1st of the month following hire
- Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Regence medical plans (PPO & HDHP), Delta Dental (with orthodontia), and VSP vision
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance (Canopy)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – Flexible PTO program combining vacation, sick, and holiday time
- Paid Holidays – Six recognized holidays, with premium pay for eligible hourly employees
- 401(k) Retirement Plan – Available after 90 days, with discretionary employer match
- Health Savings Account (HSA) – Employer contributes up to $600/year for HDHP participants
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) – Medical, Limited, Dependent Care, and Commuter options
- Supplemental Insurance Options – Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Life & Disability (Sun Life)
- Legal Insurance – Affordable access to legal support for common life needs
- Pet Insurance – Discounted plans through Wishbone
- Employee Discounts – Savings on travel, entertainment, electronics, fitness & more (Tickets at Work)
- Ovation by Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify
- #OSH
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