LPN Nurse

Position Summary:

Responsible for providing health care services to clients as identified by his/her health status, according to the Care Centers of Nassau’s policies and procedures, Florida Nurse Practice Act, and ICF/MR/DD rules and regulations. Assumes responsibility and accountability for assisting in the planning, organization, direction, supervision and evaluation of all nursing services in the facility.

Qualifications:

• Must hold a valid and current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in the state of Florida.
• Must hold a valid CPR, First Aid and AED card.
• Must be Insurable under agency vehicle insurance program.
• Must Pass Defensive Drivers Training Course
• Must be able to read and write in the English language.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

Responsible to: This position works under the supervision and direction of the Director of Nursing (DON) and Supervising Nurse.

Essential Functions:The following are the essential functions of this position. Successful job applicants will be able to perform these essential functions with or without a requested reasonable accommodation:

• Check vital signs, review bowel histories, complete nursing summaries, perform Universal Precautions according to company policies and document information appropriately.
• Assessment of individual resident needs:
• Make rounds to assess each client at least every 2 hours while on duty.
• Report any emergency/urgent problem/issue to the Medical Director then notify the DON/Supervising Nurse.
• Always document client problems, action taken and outcome.
• Complete incident report and document all pertinent information in reference to the conditions of the incident, per facility Policy and Procedure.
• Prepare client for transport whether emergent or non-emergent and make sure all the required information and documentation is sent with the client, including needed supplies.
• Administer treatments and stay with the client while treatment is being administered (for example, 15-minute breathing treatment, the nurse must stay until the breathing treatment is completed).
• Management of client’s weight, ensure weekly and monthly weights are completed and accurately recorded, and reporting any significant weight loss/gain to Supervising Nurse or DON.
• Communicate with physician for all medical needs, implement physician’s orders as received.
• Educate staff regarding client and his/her diagnosis, treatments, mediations, etc.
• Comply with all policies regarding the reporting and prevention of abuse and neglect.
• Maintain client/resident confidentiality at all times.
• Prepare and administer medication, having full knowledge of the mediations being administered per current medication administration policy.
• Maintain and assume accountability for all schedule and controlled substances as defined by facility policy and pharmacy regulations:
• Record on MAR all medications, including PRN, and document controlled medications on the narcotic sheet.
• Always report any count discrepancies to the Supervising Nurse/DON.
• Assist in maintaining adequate meds/pharmaceutical stocks and supplies to provide continuity of administering meds and treatments:
• Order medications from pharmacy and communicate information to on-coming nurse.
• Initial and circle meds not given; record rationale and complete mediation error form.
• Report any missed dosages to nurse on call as soon as possible.
• Monitor expiration dates of mediations and place in appropriate area. If medications do not arrive, follow-up with pharmacy and notify Nursing Supervisor/DON.
• Review and make changes to the “Authorization for Refill Pharmacy Sheet” bi-weekly.
• Perform TB (PPD) skin tests, including completing all appropriate documentation.
• Check appointments, ensure packets are prepared for appointments and/or assemble packets for appointments. Transcribe any new orders when client returns from appointment.
• Participate in the communication process, verbal and written, of resident health and health care plan:
• Document nurse’s notes (computer entry), in a timely manner within the nursing guide lines of legal documentation.
• Give a full in-depth verbal report to on coming nurse. A written report is only acceptable in the event of an emergency situation.
• Maintain the security and cleanliness of the medication room and the nurse’s station:
• The nursing medication closet will remain locked at all times.
• Inventory and restock med rooms, organize med room in compliance with policies and procedures (internal meds separate from external meds, etc).
• Only authorized personnel are allowed in the nurse’s station and med room/closets.
• Each nurse is responsible for the nursing keys and should report immediately if any are lost/stolen.
• Keep med room and nurses station clean, odor free, empty trash every shift.
• Know, understand and comply with the set duties outlined in the Emergency Procedure.
• Inventory formula/supplies weekly and ensure all supplies when delivered are stored in a timely manner in each house.
• Attend and maintain all required training with due dates.
• Attend regularly scheduled nurse meeting
• Conduct duties in a professional manner to promote and support a team environment.
• Assist and participate in Interdisciplinary Meetings/HAB Plan Meetings as needed
• Follow the nursing department chain of command.
• Keep open, courteous, helpful and professional communication with other staff members.
• Any additional duties as assigned by DON/Supervising Nurse.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to work independently and have strong interpersonal skills.
• Sits, stands, bends, moves, stoops, and stirs intermittently during working hours.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., throughout the work day.
• Must be able to maintain professionalism with clients, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• Subject to hostile and emotionally upset clients, family members, etc.
• Speaking and hearing when receiving instructions and conversing with others
• Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
• Must be willing to work beyond scheduled hours, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
• Subject to odors throughout the work day.
• May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc.
• Must be able to read and accurately record information.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $32.50 - $42.25 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Physical Setting:

• Long term care

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities
• Double time pay
• Overtime pay
• Retention bonus

Work Location: In person

Salary : $33 - $42