What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse / LPN position at Hathorne Hill Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?
POSITION DESCRIPTION
TITLE: LPN (OSHA Classification 1)
FLSA: Non-exempt
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the overall operation and optimal quality of care for the residents on the assigned unit. Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the facility's administration and Nursing policies and procedures.
TITLE OF SUPERVISOR: Unit Manager / RN Supervisor
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES: Certified Nursing Assistants
POSITION REQUIREMENTS - Education / Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse licensed in the State of Massachusetts.
Minimum of one year of education or experience in geriatric nursing or rehabilitation preferred.
CPR certified.
Ability to read, write and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Fluent knowledge of the MS Office suite and other office equipment.
Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment.
Working Conditions: Works in a well-lighted and ventilated work area.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required. Ability to perform physically demanding worked involving frequent bending, stooping, turning, stretching, and reaching above the shoulders are involved.
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics/equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Accountability
The demonstrated ability for ownership of all actions and behaviors in fulfilling job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the organization’s Mission and values. Includes attending all required and mandatory annual in-services.
Communication
The demonstrated ability to present ideas and information in a concise, effective, and interpersonally appropriate manner, through written and oral forms. Recognizes emergency situations and responds and / or communicates appropriately. Willingly discusses any problems, needs, or concerns which arise with the Supervisor.
Customer Service
The demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external customers, including but not limited to coworkers, residents, families, and physicians. Effective customer service behavior is characterized by continually striving to exceed all customer expectations. Service is characterized by responsible / caring stewardship, which assures the dignity of all individuals and effectiveness of the organization.
TITLE: LPN (OSHA Classification 1)
FLSA: Non-exempt
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for the overall operation and optimal quality of care for the residents on the assigned unit. Follows all health, sanitary and infection control policies and maintains established standards of practice set forth by the facility's administration and Nursing policies and procedures.
TITLE OF SUPERVISOR: Unit Manager / RN Supervisor
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES: Certified Nursing Assistants
POSITION REQUIREMENTS - Education / Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse licensed in the State of Massachusetts.
Minimum of one year of education or experience in geriatric nursing or rehabilitation preferred.
CPR certified.
Ability to read, write and comprehend English; ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Fluent knowledge of the MS Office suite and other office equipment.
Ability to work hours as scheduled based on the requirements of the position assignment.
Working Conditions: Works in a well-lighted and ventilated work area.
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day, proper body mechanics required. Ability to perform physically demanding worked involving frequent bending, stooping, turning, stretching, and reaching above the shoulders are involved.
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics/equipment that will enable these senses to function adequately to assure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Accountability
The demonstrated ability for ownership of all actions and behaviors in fulfilling job responsibilities in a manner consistent with the organization’s Mission and values. Includes attending all required and mandatory annual in-services.
Communication
The demonstrated ability to present ideas and information in a concise, effective, and interpersonally appropriate manner, through written and oral forms. Recognizes emergency situations and responds and / or communicates appropriately. Willingly discusses any problems, needs, or concerns which arise with the Supervisor.
Customer Service
The demonstrated ability to develop and cultivate mutually beneficial relationships with both internal and external customers, including but not limited to coworkers, residents, families, and physicians. Effective customer service behavior is characterized by continually striving to exceed all customer expectations. Service is characterized by responsible / caring stewardship, which assures the dignity of all individuals and effectiveness of the organization.
