LPN - Medication Management Nurse - PRN

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Salary Range: $25 - $29/hr

It is important to provide a complete and relevant employment history. Pay is determined by verifiable experience.

Scheduled PRN Shifts:

Scheduled PRN: 4pm - 8pm, Saturday and Sunday EOW

Scheduled PRN: 2pm - 10pm, Saturday and Sunday EOW

Job Duties:

The Medication Management LPN is responsible for providing medication management services to residents of Assisted Living. This position orders, receives, and administers medications, processes physician's orders, and communicates with resident’s family and physicians. The role documents daily observations and services provided. The Medication Management LPN provides services in accordance with regulatory guidelines and compliance for Assisted Living Facilities.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for overall medication management and implementation
• Liaison between residents’ physicians and family members of the residents
• Orders, receives and administers medications to residents
• Develops a working knowledge of state regulations and ensures that staff follows regulatory guidelines
• Distributes and documents medications according to standards and regulations
• Initiates and sustains the implementation of orders for medications as prescribed by the physician in the plan of care
• Performs lab orders, prepares lab order forms and contacts laboratory provider to pick up lab specimens
• Reviews and follows up on daily communication logs
• Communicates with clients, families, and physicians as needed or as appropriate
• Accurately documents daily observations and services provided and maintains accurate records.
• Ensures that safety and infection control practices are continuously followed
• Observes physical or emotional changes in client's condition and reports them promptly
• Works in conjunction with the Wellness Nurse to provide direct or indirect nursing care as needed or directed in accordance with state regulations and company policy

Leadership and Teamwork:

• Provides mentoring, training, or coaching for new LPNs and Personal Care Attendants as needed or directed
• Uses a pro-active nursing approach to ensure accountability, adherence to policy and quality assurance
• Facilitates, attends and participates in various departmental and management meetings as required
• Participates in in-services and continuing education opportunities for personal growth and professional development
• Performs lab orders, prepares lab order forms and contacts laboratory provider to pick up lab specimens
• Reviews and follows up on daily communication logs
• Communicates with clients, families, and physicians as needed or as appropriate
• Accurately documents daily observations and services provided and maintains accurate records.
• Ensures that safety and infection control practices are continuously followed
• Observes physical or emotional changes in client's condition and reports them promptly
• Works in conjunction with the Wellness Nurse to provide direct or indirect nursing care as needed or directed in accordance with state regulations and company policy

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an accredited LPN program.
• Unencumbered license as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• One to two years' experience; preferably in the senior care field.
• Current Health Care Provider CPR certification.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Able to represent the corporation in a professional manner and maintain a professional appearance.
• Strong verbal, written communication, organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Reliable and possess a strong work ethic.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; ability to lift and assist senior adults with mobility. The employee must have the ability to perform essential functions without posing a "direct threat" in the workplace.

Benefits:

Ochsner Telehealth
Employee Assistance Program
403(b) Retirement Plan
LA Start Savings 529 Plan

EEO Statement: St. James Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit, hire, promote, and train for all jobs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, origin, age, disability, or Veteran status.

Experience

• At least, one year of experience.

• Long-term care experience and experience with residents in advanced stage dementia a plus.

Education

• Associates or better

Licenses & Certifications

• CPR Certificate
• Licensed Practical Nurse
• First Aid Certification

Skills

• Team Player
• Direct Care Skills
• Interact professionally
• AOD (MatricCare)
• Communication Skills

Behaviors

• Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

• Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
• Job Security: Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe
• Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization