Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Department: Resident Care

Qualifications:

1. Credentials as a Licensed Practical Nurse with a current State license required.
2. One-year nursing experience preferred; experience in geriatric nursing preferred.
3. Organizational skills and ability to supervise department staff effectively and work well with personnel of other departments required; ensures high standards of care are maintained.
4. Ability to communicate well (verbally and in writing), utilize creative problem-solving and handle problems diplomatically required.
5. Ability to relate well to geriatric residents; respectful and caring attitude towards residents required.
6. Physical stamina for constant activity required.

Supervision & Accountability: Resident Care Manager

Work Area & Conditions:

Work throughout building. Subject to walking, bending and lifting; direct communication with residents and their family members or visitors and physicians; desk work; and possible exposure to body fluids and infectious conditions of residents.

Job Summary:

Nurse assigned to assisting with medications and monitoring the personal care services provided by Resident Assistants; and reporting care and abnormal symptoms of residents to staff of next shift and Resident Care Manager. May be required to handle emergencies, assuming supervisory duties of staff and building, as necessary.

Job Duties:

1. Pass medications to assigned residents; monitor monthly residents participating in self-medication program.
2. Direct and monitor the personal care duties and procedures carried out by Resident Assistants.
3. Assist Resident Assistants with direct care of residents, as necessary.
4. Report to Resident Care Manager unusual symptoms, daily needs, and progress of residents.
5. Follow the plan of care for each resident and monitor the performance of Resident Assistants in carrying out the appropriate aspects of the care plan.
6. Responsible for all aspects of receiving, storing, and distributing controlled substance medications; ensure proper placement and use of medication stored by facility, medication room refrigerator.
7. Maintain documentation regarding the provision of care to residents in the Case Notes, Medication Administration Records and other required records.
8. Assist in problem-solving related to staffing, supplies and resident care during shift.
9. Ensure that resident care standards are maintained in performance of duties, and that the rights of residents and preferences in care and treatment are respected.
10. Ensure that residents are treated with respect and kindness at all times.
11. Perform first-aid services, and complete Accident/Incident Report for resident, staff and visitors.
12. Assist with service in the dining room for all meals. Maintain facility standards for service and customer focus techniques.
13. Participate in Change-of-Shift Report and is responsible for bringing care personnel of next shift up to date about the care and needs of residents.
14. Attend staff meetings and required or preferred in-service training.
15. Perform all job duties according to safety rules and practices required for this position, and as required to ensure the general safety of staff, residents, and visitors of this organization.
16. Exhibit the highest level of customer service towards staff, residents and visitors.
17. Perform other work duties as assigned by the Resident Care Manager.

This Job Description is not intended to imply a contract of employment, all staff members serve at the will of the Company. All requirements and duties are considered essential functions. The facility also reserves the right to adjust workers’ schedules and physical locations based on operational needs. The position description may be changed at the discretion of the employer.

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