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The Alden Network

Staff Nurse (LPN) Night Shift

The Alden Network, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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$36.00/hr - $40.00/hr Job Summary

The Nurse supports and assists in providing a holistic, therapeutic, person-centered Memory Care Program on the Memory Care Unit. The Nurse will achieve and maintain the highest quality of life for each resident with a diagnosis of a disease that causes dementia residing in or under the care of the facility. Support Duties

Commit to continued growth as a knowledgeable and experienced healthcare provider in the area of Alzheimer’s dementia and other diseases that cause dementia. Obtain at least 12 hours of continual education annually, including the required 16 hours of orientation training and other dementia care-specific trainings for direct care staff. Assist in oversight of the Memory Care Aides and CNAs, including supervision and assistance with ADL care, transportation, and non-scheduled activities. Become knowledgeable of each resident’s background, disease, medical and behavioral care needs, and preferences. Utilize communication devices for residents, such as language services, communication boards, and assistive devices. Provide therapeutic, person-centered memory care activities that enhance quality of life, meet program mission and policies, and comply with standards. Encourage family involvement through volunteering and visitation. Maintain a clean, safe, and hazard-free environment. Assist in providing an individualized symptom management tracking system, including development and maintenance of non-pharmacological interventions. Complete all required documentation. Maintain compliance with policies, procedures, and regulations. Provide feedback to the Memory Care Director to monitor program achievement. Be flexible to adapt to residents’ changing needs. Provide emotional support to residents, families, and the team. Perform other duties as assigned. Shift:

11 AM – 7:30 AM Benefits

Paid Holidays Paid Sick Time Paid Time Off Retirement/Pension Plan Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Additional Details

Seniority Level: Entry level Employment Type: Full-time Job Function: Healthcare Provider Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare

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