LPN ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Direct the day-to-day functions of the Nursing Assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern the long-term care center.
- Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required.
- Chart nurses'' notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflects the care provided to the residents, as well as the residents'' responses to the care.
- Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and as required by center policy.
- Ensure that narcotics are handled in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and as required by center policy and that narcotic records are accurate for your shift.
- Consult with the residents'' physicians in providing the residents'' care, treatment, rehabilitation, etc. as necessary.
- Notify the residents'' attending physicians and next-of-kin when there is a change in the residents'' conditions or if the residents are involved in an incident or accident.
- Ensure nursing documentation reflects that the care plan is being followed when administering nursing care or treatment.
- Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS, including the implementation of CAAs and triggers.
Required Skills
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENT:
- Frequent walking, reaching, climbing, bending, lifting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing, and pulling.
- Willing to work beyond normal working hours and during disastrous circumstances, as needed.
- Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents, families, and outside agencies and to work cooperatively with other associates.
- Ability to present to groups.
- Ability to remain calm under stress.
- Ability to communicate with local staff, remote staff, and outside agencies.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Understand, comply with, and promote rules regarding residents’ rights.
- Maintain an orderly, confidential, and safe work environment.
- Adhere to all Company and departmental policies and procedures.
Required Experience
LPN QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must hold a current and valid LPN license in the state employed.
- Completion of post-secondary education and be able to read, write, and follow oral and written directions.
- Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance as required.
- Must be able to work weekend and overtime as required.
- Must meet all local health regulations and pass post-employment exam, if required.
- Related experience at a level necessary to accomplish this position.