Do you have a passion for healthcare and want to make a difference in someone’s life? The Gardens of Taylor Glen located in Concord, NC is seeking a qualified Licensed Practical Nurse to join our team. We are looking for someone who will uphold our core values of providing exceptional care to our residents.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
- Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
- Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor’s appointments, walks etc.)
- Assist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare meals and help with physical therapy exercises
- Complete client’s shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
- Perform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidents
- Act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
- Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary
Qualification
- Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation every single day
- Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
- Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
- Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
- Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
- Supportive and compassionate
- High School Diploma
- Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of NC, or hold a multi-state license
- Take pride in providing high quality care
- Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)
Schedule:
- 12-hour shifts
- Night Shift, 7pm-7am available
- Day Shift, 7am-7pm available
- Weekend availability
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Skills Required
- Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds and perform job-related physical duties
- Valid driver's license and reliable daily transportation
- Ability to act compassionately and supportively
- Availability for different shifts, including nights and weekends
- At least one year of experience in healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care
- Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
- High school diploma
- Licensed Practical Nurse license in North Carolina or a multistate license
- Hoyer Lift experience
- Weekend availability
What We Do
Taylor Glen is a Life Plan Community in Concord, North Carolina, owned and operated by ThriveMore, a faith-based nonprofit serving older adults. Set on a 124-acre campus, it provides independent living with maintenance-free residences and a full continuum of on-site care, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Residents also have access to activities, wellness programs, and supportive services as their needs change.
