LPN-Jasper General

Full Time Position-Evening Shift (3p-1130P)

• Abilityto monitor resident condition and notify RN Supervisor, charge nurse, and / orphysician promptly of changes in resident conditions. Notifies sponsor / next ofkin according to facility protocol.
• Knowledgeof the intended use and negative reactions of medications ordered forresidents.
• Awareof emergency procedures of this facility in the event of cardiac arrest,diabetic reactions, airway obstruction, respiratory arrest / distress, seizures,head injuries, and fractures.
• Respondpromptly to all emergencies.
• Respondpromptly and investigate all alarms on unit.
• Followinstructions given by the RN for resident care.
• Abilityto document medications, procedures, and resident condition per facilityprotocol.
• Abilityto receive verbal and phone orders from physicians / nurse practitioner andtranscribe accordingly.
• Communicatethe needs of resident to other departments when necessary.
• Assistresidents with activities of daily living when needed, including personal care,transfer, eating, and elimination.
• Competentin checking vital signs and documentation / reporting.
• Makerounds on assigned unit per facility protocol.
• Investigateall accidents and complete required forms / documentation.
• Report all discrepancies found with a medication, treatment plan, and physicianorders.
• Requisitionmedications and supplies to ensure adequate supply.
• Communicate policy and safety concerns to RN or Administration for Quality Assurance purposes.
• Supervise care given by nursing assistants.

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