Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
Location: Yuma, AZ 85365
Duration: 6 Months
Shift: Day and Night | 12 Hours |

Summary:

• You will be responsible for providing all geriatric nursing care, treatment and services in a professional and prescribed manner.
• You will provide a variety of nursing care for infirm geriatric residents while overseeing and training subordinate staff in specific resident care.
• You will observe and report resident behaviour and physical condition to include administering medical treatment and providing intervention according to the plan of care.
• In addition; you will act as a lead with limited supervision on assignments.
• This position works under the supervision of an RN or physician however in the event the LPN position is the charge nurse, the incumbent oversees the functions of all other LPNs on the unit, as well as the Certified Nursing Assistants.
• Administers medication and performs treatments on an assigned unit as ordered by the physician and within scope of license.
• Medications may be in a variety of forms including oral, enteral, parenteral, suppository, etc. Treatments may include sterile and aseptic wound cleaning and dressing, postural drainage and percussion, tracheostomy, gastrostomy and jejunotomy care and catheter care.
• Observes and reports the effectiveness of medications and treatments.
• Ensures an adequate amount of supplies and medication are available.
• Receives and delivers a variety of information regarding the residents' medical, social, functional and other needs.
• Participates in the receiving and giving of shift reports.
• Communicates with resident, family and staff as necessary to ensure the resident receives appropriate care from the interdisciplinary team.
• Completes the initial admission nursing assessment tool on a newly admitted resident.
• Assists with the development of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments, ongoing quarterly reviews and care plans.
• Maintains appropriate clinical and administrative documentation regarding diagnosis, observations, treatment and summary of resident progress.
• Supervises subordinate staff and assists as needed with direct resident care for the completion of Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, eating, toileting, personal hygiene and mobility.
• Learns, implements and monitors Arizona Management System (AMS) methods. Utilizes AMS concepts and tools for problem solving and work process improvements.
• Actively participates in AMS processes such as Huddle Boards, Problem Solving, Job Breakdown Sheets, Success Tracking, and Standardized Work.
• Fully participates in the QAPI program, our Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement, which incorporates AMS concepts.
• Conducts and participates in in-service training and staff development programs for regularly employed staff. Attends and participates in staff meetings. May collect and analyze data for quality improvement and infection control programs.
• Trains/orients new employees.

Skills Required Knowledge of:

• Gerontological/Geriatric nursing theory and practice
• Resident condition and changing medical/ physical/psychological care needs
• Effects of the aging process
• Practices and procedures of team nursing
• Practices and procedures for implementing treatment plans for resident/patient care
• Practices and procedures of pharmacology and medicines
• Federal, State and agency laws, rules and regulations governing general practical nursing practices and the security and control of medical supplies and medications and dispensing thereof Skills in:
• Practical nursing methods and techniques
• Observing and reporting behavior and progress of residents/patients
• Applying and interpreting State and agency laws and regulations governing geriatric nursing practices
• Assisting in the development and implementation of patient care plans within a team nursing concept
• Oral and written communication skills

Interpersonal skills Ability to:

• Abide by nursing regulations
• Listen, observe, assess and respond to medical emergencies
• Evaluate, analyze, make independent decisions and follow up regarding client health problems
• Respond to medical issues/inquiries in a professional manner
• Work with professional and non- professional staff to ensure health and safety of residents
• Establish and maintain effective work relationships
• Learn, implement, and monitor Arizona

Experience Required:

• 1 years in a Skilled Nursing / Long-term Care facility Experience Preferred
• Must possess an active license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Arizona