Don't just live life....love life!

Who wants to go to a boring job? At Lifespace, we get paid to create memories for our residents! If you are a compassionate Nurse who has the heart for providing exceptional care and and you have the desire to create memorable experiences for our seniors, we want to talk to you!

We are not limited by our job title. We are one team united by our passion for service with a dash of fun. No matter the stage in your career, this is your opportunity to be empowered to create your own lasting impression.

Lifespace Communities would like to introduce the opportunity to become a Licensed Practical Nurse at

Newcastle Place
12600 North Port Washington
Mequon, WI 53092

AM Day Shift Part time - 20hrs/week 630-230pm

1030-630am

Evening Night 3rd Shift NOC - 24 hrs/week

Fulltime Night 3rd Shift NOC - 32hrs/week

Fulltime split shift 10-630am 32hrs/week

Exciting New Rates! $25.20-$35.31

The Licensed Nurse is responsible for rendering nursing care in assigned area in terms of individualized resident needs, according to dependent and independent nursing functions and conformance with recognized nursing techniques, procedures, and established standards based on the scope of practical nursing.

A few other details abo the role:

• Participate with members of the interdisciplinary team to review, plan, coordinate and evaluate resident's care.
• Document the resident condition and nursing needs accurately and in a timely manner. Reports pertinent observations and reactions regarding residents in a timely manner.
• Develop, direct and monitor nursing assistant assignments and adjust based on census and level of care required.
• Communicate problems with team members and needs to supervisor. Escalate team member performance issues to supervisor and participate in counseling and disciplinary action.
• Execute treatments as necessary and document reactions to medications and treatments.
• Generate, prepare, administrate and chart all medications.
• Initiate physician orders, verify all orders received are transcribed accurately in electronic records and treatment plan, administer medications and provide treatments according to orders.
• Facilitate communication with families regarding change in medications and/or changes in the resident.
• Establish protocol to ensure care plans are continually reviewed for updated and accurate data that represents the individuality of the resident.
• Coordinate admissions, discharges and transfers in order to deliver quality customer service.
• Introduce an accurate and thorough report to the on-coming shift in order to ensure the continuity of maximum resident care.
• Direct team members in emergency situations and contact appropriate parties as needed. Orchestrate investigation, corrects and follows up on resident and family concerns as needed in a timely manner.
• Comply with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
• Obtain knowledge and demonstrate the principles of Living Lifespace, person directed care and successful aging philosophies and their inherent core values of commitment, respect, compassion, dedication, team work and quality.
• Team member will support, actively participate and act in accordance with the principles of the Living Lifespace service culture and be familiar with and fluent in the language and service pillars of Living Lifespace.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.

And here's what you need to apply:

• Licensed Practical Nurse graduate from an accredited nursing program.
• One year experience working in a long-term care facility.
• Certifications and Licensed Practical Nurse license and other licensure required by state regulations.
• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with residents, vendors and team members.
• Work efforts reflect a passion for exceeding customer expectations.
• Solicits resident/family feedback to understand the needs of the resident and the community. Advocates for service excellence within the center and influences others to take action.
• Displays responsibility by taking ownership of quality care. Shows dedication to enriching the lives of our residents through empathy and compassion.
• Exhibits a commitment to personal excellence through professional greetings, proper telephone etiquette, common courtesy, a professional attitude and appearance.
• Exhibits a commitment to results by looking for and recommending or implementing process improvements.
• Shows respect and courtesy for fellow team mates by working together to get the job well done.
• Effectively addresses customer concerns and strives to reduce or resolve conflict.

  Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace.
  
  

  ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW:
  Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, is one of the nation's largest senior living provider of non-profit retirement communities. The organization has annual revenue of over $340 million and employs over 3,800 team members. Lifespace Communities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
  
  Lifespace has remained true to its founding ideal: to help create exceptional, financially sound communities where people could enjoy a more rewarding and secure retirement. The organization is committed to excellence and innovation in creating communities that celebrate the lives of seniors. Lifespace serves over 5,100 residents.