In this role, you'll be at the heart of our residents' well-being, delivering care that goes above and beyond.
Posted Oct 6
Shift and hours
Day shift · 8-hour shifts LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - Day Shift Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, and turn frequently throughout the course of an eight-hour shift.
Unit and setting
Long Term Care Honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another.seniors / residents
License
LPN license Current and valid LPN license in the state you will be providing care.Current and valid LPN license in the state of practice
Term
Permanent
Do you qualify?
License
Current and valid LPN license in the state of practiceCurrent and valid LPN license in the state you will be providing care.
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Ability to read, write, and understand English wellAbility to read, write, and understand English well.
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Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, and turn frequently throughout an 8-hour shiftAbility to stand, walk, stoop, twist, and turn frequently throughout the course of an eight-hour shift.
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Ability to lift 30 pounds assisting with resident lifts and transfers several times per shiftAbility to lift 30 pounds in assisting co-workers with resident lifts, transfers, etc. several times throughout the shift.
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Ability to push a med cart in dispensing medicationsAbility to push a med cart in dispensing medications.
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Ability to react quickly and decisively in emergencies and resident unexpected behaviorAbility to react quickly and decisively in emergencies and in unexpected behavior of residents.
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Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructionsAbility to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
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Ability to communicate with residents at a level they understandAbility to communicate with residents at a level they can understand.
Administer prescribed medications and treatmentsAdministers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Day to day
Maintain accurate medical and nursing records of residentsProvides accurate and descriptive records of medical and nursing care of the residents.
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Assign daily duties to nursing assistants and hospitality aides and monitor care deliveryAssigns daily resident care duties to Nursing Assistants and Hospitality Aides, monitors and evaluates the delivery of care.
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Transcribe and carry out physician orders and assist with physician visitsAccurately transcribes and carries out all physicians’ orders and assists with physician visits.
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Participate in resident care planningParticipates in resident care planning.
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Evaluate and respond to physical and psychological needs of residentsEvaluates and is alert to the physical and psychological needs of the residents and responds in accordance with proper nursing techniques and protocol.
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Assist with admissions and discharges of residentsAssists with admissions and discharges of residents.
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Assist in management of nursing assistants and hospitality aidesAssists in the management of Nursing Assistants and Hospitality Aides.
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Assist with direct resident care as time permitsAssists with direct resident care as time and responsibilities permit.
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Assist with carrying out physician ordersAssists with carrying out physician orders.
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Push med cart to dispense medications
Details
Constant standing and walking across campus required during shift
Worth asking
Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
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What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another.
What’s in it for you?:
As a valued member of our team, you’ll enjoy these exceptional benefits perks:
Paid time off, with an opportunity to cash out each year
Tuition reimbursement
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
Retirement contributions
Professional licensure reimbursement
Want to know more? Visit Homewood Benefits (https://www.homewoodlivingministries.com/careers/benefits) for all the details.
What Makes This Job Special?:
In this role, you'll be at the heart of our residents' well-being, delivering care that goes above and beyond. Your days will be filled with opportunities to showcase your expertise, from administering medications and treatments with precision to maintaining meticulous records of care provided.
As a leader in our team, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring top-notch care by delegating daily duties to nursing assistants and hospitality aides. Your guidance and support will be instrumental in creating a nurturing and compassionate environment for our residents. You'll actively participate in care planning, using your knowledge and skills to evaluate the physical and psychological needs of our residents. Your empathetic and professional approach will make a world of difference in their lives.
A Day in the Life of an LPN
Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
Provides accurate and descriptive records of medical and nursing care of the residents.
Assigns daily resident care duties to Nursing Assistants and Hospitality Aides, monitors and evaluates the delivery of care.
Accurately transcribes and carries out all physicians’ orders and assists with physician visits.
Participates in resident care planning.
Evaluates and is alert to the physical and psychological needs of the residents and responds in accordance with proper nursing techniques and protocol.
Assists with admissions and discharges of residents.
Assists in the management of Nursing Assistants and Hospitality Aides.
Assists with direct resident care as time and responsibilities permit.
Assists with carrying out physician orders.
Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as well as personnel matters as confidential information.
Complies with established Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures and maintains established standards and practices.
Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor.
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Requirements
Current and valid LPN license in the state you will be providing care. If you are currently a student in an LPN program, please see the Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN) position.
Judgment capabilities, initiative, and dependability.
Ability to read, write, and understand English well.
Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist, and turn frequently throughout the course of an eight-hour shift.
Ability to lift 30 pounds in assisting co-workers with resident lifts, transfers, etc. several times throughout the shift.
Standing and walking distances constantly throughout the campus is required during the shift while evaluating residents and supporting line staff and (at applicable facilities) responding to emergency needs of the Retirement Community.
Ability to push a med cart in dispensing medications.
Ability to react quickly and decisively in emergencies and in unexpected behavior of residents.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate with residents at a level they can understand.
Neighborhoods+Downtown Frederick appeals to young professionals and healthcare workers seeking a highly walkable historic core lined with renovated 18th- and 19th-century row houses, boutiques, and quick access to Carroll Creek. For suburban amenity packages featuring pools, walking trails, and newer single-family homes or townhouses, popular master-planned and residential communities include Baker Park, East Church, Spring Ridge, Bartonville, and Renn Quarter. Toward the southern end of the county, Urbana is a prominent master-planned community favored for newer builds and community amenities, while Ballenger Creek, Walkersville, and New Market offer practical options with straightforward access to central Frederick and commuter arterials.
Downtown Frederick appeals to young professionals and healthcare workers seeking a highly walkable historic core lined with renovated 18th- and 19th-century row houses, boutiques, and quick access to Carroll Creek. For suburban amenity packages featuring pools, walking trails, and newer single-family homes or townhouses, popular master-planned and residential communities include Baker Park, East Church, Spring Ridge, Bartonville, and Renn Quarter.
Toward the southern end of the county, Urbana is a prominent master-planned community favored for newer builds and community amenities, while Ballenger Creek, Walkersville, and New Market offer practical options with straightforward access to central Frederick and commuter arterials.
Getting around+Local driving around Frederick is anchored by the convergence of major corridors including Interstate 270, Interstate 70, Route 15, and Route 340. The average local commute clocks in at roughly twenty to twenty-one minutes within the city. For regional trips or satellite clinic travel, Frederick sits approximately fifty-seven minutes from Baltimore and sixty-six minutes from Washington, D.C., though southbound corridors like I-270 and Route 85 see notable peak-hour traffic volumes.
Local driving around Frederick is anchored by the convergence of major corridors including Interstate 270, Interstate 70, Route 15, and Route 340. The average local commute clocks in at roughly twenty to twenty-one minutes within the city. For regional trips or satellite clinic travel, Frederick sits approximately fifty-seven minutes from Baltimore and sixty-six minutes from Washington, D.C., though southbound corridors like I-270 and Route 85 see notable peak-hour traffic volumes.
Outdoors+Outdoor recreation is anchored locally by Carroll Creek Linear Park, an urban waterway and pedestrian corridor, alongside Baker Park's green space and walking paths. The surrounding region features Catoctin Mountain Park, Cunningham Falls State Park, and Gambrill State Park for hiking, scenic overlooks, and camping. Water access and trail running are accessible along the Monocacy River Scenic Water Trail, the C&O Canal National Historical Park, and nearby access points to the Appalachian Trail.
Outdoor recreation is anchored locally by Carroll Creek Linear Park, an urban waterway and pedestrian corridor, alongside Baker Park's green space and walking paths. The surrounding region features Catoctin Mountain Park, Cunningham Falls State Park, and Gambrill State Park for hiking, scenic overlooks, and camping.
Water access and trail running are accessible along the Monocacy River Scenic Water Trail, the C&O Canal National Historical Park, and nearby access points to the Appalachian Trail.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Frederick
Frederick stands out as a charming Maryland hub that balances deep historical character with active modern growth. Situated in the Monocacy River Valley where Interstate 70 and Interstate 270 converge, the city offers healthcare professionals a manageable average commute of roughly twenty-one minutes along with proximity to major hubs like Baltimore and Washington, D.C. Downtown Frederick is centered on a fifty-block historic district where brick row houses sit steps from Carroll Creek Linear Park, minor league baseball with the Frederick Keys, and dining favorites like Brewer’s Alley, Pistarro’s, and Wye Oak Tavern. For quieter surroundings and newer builds, communities like Baker Park, Spring Ridge, East Church, and Urbana deliver expansive parks, pools, and convenient shopping. Shift workers should note that popular residential pockets move fast and peak commute routes like I-270 and Route 85 can see congestion. However, with immediate access to outdoor adventures across Catoctin Mountain Park and Cunningham Falls State Park, Frederick offers an engaging lifestyle that makes putting down roots easy.
