Bryant, AR - USA
Job Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Weekend On-Call
Pleasant Hill Senior Services
Schedule:
- On-call fromFriday 5:00 PM through Monday 8:00 AM
- Primarily phone-based withlimited in-person visitsas needed
Position Summary:
Pleasant Hill Senior Services is seeking a compassionate and reliableLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)to provide on-call coverage for our residents over the weekend. This unique role is primarily focused ontelephone triage and medication approvals withon-site visitsfor urgent needs such asfalls dressing changes and changes in condition.
Key Responsibilities:
On-Call Coverage (Phone)
- Respond promptly to calls from staff and/or families regarding resident needs from Friday 5:00 PM to Monday 8:00 AM.
- Provide clinical guidance and approve routine and PRN (as needed) medications per standing orders and agency protocols.
- Triage symptoms or concerns over the phone and determine appropriate next steps (home care urgent visit or emergency services).
In-Person Visits (Fri. Sat & Sun and as needed)
- Conduct on-site visits forurgent or emergent resident needs including but not limited to:
- Falls or suspected injury
- Dressing changes and basic wound care
- Sudden or significant changes in condition (breathing changes mental status changes uncontrolled pain).
- Death
- Perform focused assessments interventions within LPN scope of practice and notify the on-call RN or provider as necessary.
- Document all assessments interventions and communications in accordance with agency policy and regulatory standards.
- Conduct on-site visits forurgent or emergent resident needs including but not limited to:
Communication & Coordination
- Communicate changes in condition and weekend events to the interdisciplinary team and/or primary nurse to ensure continuity of care.
- Collaborate with on-call providers pharmacists and families as needed.
- Escalate concerns appropriately and follow Pleasant Hill Senior Services policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
- Current and unencumberedLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in Arkansas
- Experience insenior careassisted livinghome health orlong-term carestrongly preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment and triage skills especially over the phone.
- Ability to work independently prioritize and make sound decisions within LPN scope of practice.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel to residents locations for urgent weekend visits.
- Current CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
Role Details:
- On-call role coveringFriday 5:00 PM Monday 8:00 AM each weekend or rotating weekends.
- Majority of work istelephone-based withonly essential in-person visits.
- Compensation: hourly and on-call pay.
- Reports to: Director
How to Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to:
Kristi Gwatney RN
Pleasant Hill Senior Services
About Company
Description of the role: This position provides direct care to residents in a senior living facility under the supervision of a licensed nurse. Responsibilit...