Role Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Medication Nurse provides licensed nursing support in a senior living environment, focusing on safe medication administration, health monitoring, and accurate clinical documentation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Administering medications and treatments following physician orders and the Six Rights of Medication Administration
- Documenting in MAR/TAR accurately and in real time
- Monitoring residents’ symptoms, reporting adverse reactions or refusals promptly
- Supporting care plan updates and transcribing physician orders
- Observing and reporting physical, emotional, or cognitive changes
- Maintaining medication carts, completing narcotic counts, and ensuring compliance standards
The role emphasizes preventing medication errors, early detection of health changes, and safeguarding resident safety through clinical precision and regulatory adherence.
Qualifications and skills required include:
- Active LPN license in good standing
- CPR and First Aid certification
- Strong assessment and documentation skills
- Experience in senior care or medication administration preferred
Join a team dedicated to enhancing residents’ quality of life and enjoy a supportive environment with benefits such as health plans, retirement savings, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and bonus opportunities.