LPN Medication Nurse

Job overview

The LPN Medication Nurse role is an onsite position based in Baton Rouge, LA, with compensation not specified in the posting. This role supports the Sunrise Senior Living clinical team by ensuring safe medication administration and resident health monitoring. The role exists to provide licensed nursing support through accurate medication administration, clinical documentation, and health monitoring. The nurse contributes to resident safety by identifying health changes early and maintaining regulatory compliance standards.

What you'll do

• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders
• Follow the Six Rights of Medication Administration
• Document in MAR/TAR accurately and in real time
• Monitor symptoms and administer medications as ordered for symptom relief
• Report refusals or adverse reactions promptly
• Conduct Service & Health Updates (SHUs)
• Transcribe physician orders and support care plan updates
• Observe and report physical, emotional, or cognitive changes
• Maintain medication carts, complete narcotic counts, and uphold compliance standards.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

baton rouge la

sunrise senior living

lpn

medication nurse

senior living

mar/tar

resident care

healthcare

no on-call

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay
• Tuition Reimbursement

About the employer

Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly. Sector: 62.