What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - $35 Weekend Only position at Extendicare Health and Rehab?
Summary of Duties
Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN will be responsible for providing direct care to residents as needed in accordance with care plan, policies and procedures, and nursing standards of care.
Essential Job Functions
- Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required and inform staff
- Check residents on a regular basis to observe and evaluate physical and emotional status
- Direct Nursing / Resident Care Assistants in the performance of their responsibility and report any concerns to the Resident Care Coordinator
- Document according to policies and procedures and regulations
- Chart nurse's notes in an informative, descriptive, and legible manner that reflects the care provided to the resident and the resident's responses to care and intervention
- Report all discrepancies, problems, and issues regarding resident care to the Resident Care Coordinator
- Transcribe and / or check physician orders to ensure orders have been executed
- Administer and document medication administration per physician's orders
- Complete assessments on all assigned residents on each shift
- Report residents' condition and shift occurrences to oncoming staff
- Communicate with physicians, residents, families and nursing staff all pertinent information, clinical data regarding residents' condition, and possible change in condition
- Provide direct care to residents as needed in accordance with the care plan, policies and procedures, and nursing standards of care
- Perform other duties including special projects, as assigned
Education and Experience
Currently licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN by the State of Alabama. One (1) year experience in a health care facility preferred. Must possess CPR certification within thirty (30) days of employment.
Physical Requirements for Essential Job Functions
Nurse Nursing Licensed Practical Nurse LPN
Salary : $35
