PRN Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Aviva Senior Living has specialized in creating a full-service community for seniors seeking an exceptional living experience for over 30 years. We offer a full continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation.  Our non-profit organization believes in a reverence for life and was founded on traditional Jewish values. 

Our passionate employees are the key to our success and pride themselves in putting forth the extra effort to produce an atmosphere of hospitality that is unrivaled in our region! We are looking for dedicated individuals who will support our vision to offer exceptional care and uphold our strong values. If you enjoy working with seniors, join our outstanding Aviva family and use your passion to make a difference in the lives of others!

Job Duties Include:

• Under the direction of a licensed physician, directing and leading the care of residents using specialized nursing skills related to long term care.
• Demonstrating knowledge of and adhering to federal/state life safety codes, the Florida Nurse Practice Act, Standards of Practice for Long Term Care Nursing as well as legal, regulatory requirements.
• Reviewing and updating care plans, physician orders, MAR/Pharmacy profile and other records to ensure resident needs are met.
• Analyzing, evaluating, and reporting the needs of the residents appropriately.
• Coordinating, in cooperation with the nursing and facility leadership, ancillary health care and health education services for residents.
• Identifying resident problems, concerns, or issues and providing appropriate follow-up to ensure resolution.
• Supervising direct care staff and monitoring effective service delivery during assigned shift.
• Reviewing resident treatment and medication records to assure quality of care.
• Participating in the evaluation of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
• Completing required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Acting in compliance with regulatory and professional; standards and guidelines.
• Performing routine nursing services for residents as directed.
• Adhering to facility policies and procedures and participating in facility quality improvement and safety programs.
• Overseeing Falls Program and Pressure Sore Program for those residents on their team.
• Completing “point of service” documentation within the electronic medical record database.
• Demonstrating and supervising nursing assistants with adherence to strict standards of Infection Control and Prevention.

Education and Licenses:

• Clear/Active Florida license as a Registered Nurse (RN) 
• CPR Certification
• 30-Hour IV Certification preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Able to lift, push, pull, and carry a minimum weight of 35 lbs independently.
• Able to utilize proper techniques, tools, and assistance to lift greater weights, including the human body.
• Able to stand for long periods of time and walk moderate distances.
• Able to turn, re-position, and assist patients to transfer and ambulate.
• Able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations, if necessary.
• Ability to communicate effectively over the phone and in-person.
• Ability to speak, read and write English

All candidates must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug screening and a level 2 background check.

EOE/M/F/D/V/SO