Licensed Nurse (PRN)

Licensed Nurse Memory Care LPN/RN Eligible

Department: Memory Care Center
Reports To: Assistant Director of Memory Care
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Compensation: $28.00 to $30.00 per hour
Shift: 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM

The Licensed Nurse in the Memory Care Center provides licensed nursing care and support to residents living with Alzheimers disease dementia and other memory-related conditions. This position is structured as an LPN-level licensed nurse position. An individual holding either an active Kentucky Licensed Practical Nurse license or an active Kentucky Registered Nurse license may be considered for the position; however the assigned duties responsibilities and compensation are based on the requirements of this Memory Care licensed nurse role.

The Licensed Nurse works closely with the Memory Care leadership team direct care staff residents families physicians and other members of the interdisciplinary team to promote resident safety dignity comfort and quality of life.

• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians or authorized providers ensuring accurate documentation and compliance with medication administration protocols.
• Perform routine nursing observations and assessments including vital signs resident condition monitoring and identification of changes in physical cognitive behavioral or emotional status.
• Notify appropriate leadership physicians families and interdisciplinary team members of significant changes in resident condition care needs or safety concerns.
• Assist with the implementation review and updating of resident care plans based on resident needs physician orders family input and interdisciplinary recommendations.
• Provide direct licensed nursing care including wound care catheter care treatments monitoring and support with activities of daily living as appropriate and within the employees scope of licensure.
• Support residents with memory-related needs using a compassionate calm and person-centered approach.
• Communicate effectively with residents families physicians pharmacy providers and interdisciplinary team members to support continuity and coordination of care.
• Serve as a liaison between residents families and healthcare professionals by relaying important information addressing concerns and providing appropriate support.
• Document and maintain accurate timely and complete medical records including nursing notes medication administration records treatment records resident observations progress notes and significant events.
• Monitor residents for signs of distress decline infection behavioral changes or medical emergencies and respond promptly in accordance with established protocols.
• Implement and uphold infection control safety resident rights confidentiality and regulatory compliance standards.
• Support and provide direction to direct care staff as assigned and within the employees scope of licensure and delegated authority.
• Assist with admissions transfers discharges care conferences audits and quality improvement activities as assigned.
• Maintain a safe secure respectful and supportive environment for residents families visitors and staff.
• Participate in required training in-services meetings and ongoing professional development including memory care-related education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Active Licensed Practical Nurse license or Registered Nurse license in the state of Kentucky required.
• This position requires at minimum the ability to perform the duties of a Licensed Practical Nurse in the Memory Care setting.
• Registered Nurses may be considered for this position; however the position duties and compensation remain assigned to the posted Memory Care licensed nurse role.
• Knowledge of medication administration treatment procedures resident care documentation infection control and basic nursing standards.
• Ability to recognize and report changes in resident condition behavior or safety status.
• Ability to provide compassionate resident-centered care to individuals with Alzheimers disease dementia and other memory-related conditions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with residents families staff physicians and interdisciplinary team members.
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and comply with legal ethical regulatory and facility standards.
• Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team while maintaining professionalism confidentiality and accountability.
• Willingness to attend workshops seminars in-services and specialized training related to memory care dementia care long-term care and geriatric nursing.

At Wesley Manor we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your overall well-being financial security and work-life balance.

Competitive Salary & Culture: Enjoy competitive compensation with applicable shift differentials and join a faith-based community focused on compassion service and resident-centered care.

Health & Well-Being: We offer medical dental and vision insurance along with Health Savings Accounts Flexible Spending Accounts and access to an Employee Assistance Program for confidential support.

Income Protection & Insurance: We provide employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance as well as options for voluntary life disability accident and critical illness coverage.

Retirement & Professional Growth: Employees may participate in a 401(k) plan with company match and access opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

WorkLife Balance: We offer paid time off six paid holidays annually and a supportive workplace culture that promotes employee well-being.

And theres even more. When you join our team youll discover a full suite of benefits that make Wesley Manor a rewarding place to work.

Wesley Manor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race color religion sex pregnancy age national origin disability genetic information veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal state or local law.