LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Pines Village, your primary responsibilities include administering medications, assisting residents with daily living activities, observing and monitoring their health conditions, and maintaining accurate and detailed patient records. You’ll work collaboratively with a dedicated team to provide high-quality care to our residents, ensuring a compassionate and safe environment.

To apply for the LPN position at Pines Village, you must possess a valid New Jersey LPN license. Additionally, a passion for working with seniors is crucial. While experience in skilled or assisted living care is preferred, it is not mandatory. Strong communication and organizational skills are also important for this role.

As an LPN at Pines Village, you have the option of working part-time from 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM in our Assisted Living facility. There are also per diem opportunities available, allowing for flexible scheduling to accommodate your needs while ensuring excellent care for our residents.

Pines Village offers a comprehensive benefits package for LPNs, including competitive pay within the $34 to $36 range, 401(k) matching, flexible scheduling, health and dental insurance, vision insurance, group life and LTD insurance, and paid time off. Tuition reimbursement is also available for those looking to further their education.

To apply for the LPN position at Pines Village, you can send your resume and a brief cover letter for immediate response. Alternatively, you are also welcome to apply in person at Pines Village, located at 509 Route 530, Whiting, NJ, between the hours of 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM.

Share your passion for nursing and working with seniors. Discuss any experiences or events that inspired you to pursue this career and how you wish to make a positive impact on others' lives.

Employ a structured approach to time management. Discuss techniques such as making lists, assessing resident needs based on urgency and importance, and collaborating with team members to ensure everyone receives appropriate care.

Provide a specific example of a challenge, such as dealing with a difficult patient or a stressful shift. Explain the steps you took to resolve the situation and what you learned from it.

Emphasize the importance of timely, clear, and concise documentation. Explain your method for keeping records organized and accessible, and your practice of verifying information before finalizing any documentation.

Highlight your interpersonal skills and your ability to listen and empathize. Stress the importance of building trust to foster an engaging environment where residents feel valued and comfortable communicating their needs.

Discuss your qualifications and training in emergency protocols. Explain your approach, including staying calm, assessing the situation, communicating effectively with team members, and following care procedures.

Reflect on the fulfillment that comes from improving the lives of your patients. Share a specific instance where you felt you made a significant positive impact on a resident's health or emotional well-being.

Share your approach of maintaining professional relationships and focusing on open communication. Discuss the importance of compromising for the benefit of patient care and how collaboration is essential in a healthcare setting.

Explain your commitment to understanding each resident's unique needs and preferences. Discuss how you ensure their dignity, privacy, and comfort while delivering personalized care.

Express your admiration for Pines Village as a premiere Fellowship Life Community and what it represents in terms of quality care and values. Mention your enthusiasm for being part of a compassionate team and positively impacting seniors' lives.