What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Staff Today?
NOC 10-6a; can accommodate either a 3 on 3 off or 2 on 4 off schedule or any combination of 2 - 3 shifts per week.
" Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
" Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
" Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts services, programs, and activities.
" Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required.
" Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
" Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.
" Transcribe physician orders into residents electronic medical record.
" Implement resident care plan upon completion of admission assessment.
" Chart all reports of accidents/incidents and complete all required assessments. Submit to Director of Nursing or Designee as required.
" Ensure accurate documentation in all areas of residents electronic medical record
" Prepare and administer medications and treatment as ordered by the physician.
" Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the Nurse Supervisor.
" Notify residents physician and emergency contact when there is a change in residents condition.
" Ensure that personnel providing direct care to residents are providing such care in accordance with the residents care plan and wishes.
" Make daily rounds of your unit/shift to ensure that nursing services personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor.
" Ensure that department personnel, residents and visitors follow the departments established policies and procedures at all times.
" Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc.
" Ensure that your assigned work areas (nurse stations, medicine preparation room) units resident care rooms, treatment areas, are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
" Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
" Other duties that may be assigned
Experience Education
" At least year of working experience as a Nurse is preferred.
" Must have an RN, LPN/LVN degree from an accredited college or university.
Specific Requirements
" Strong computer skills are needed for use of our electronic charting and medical records systems - Point Click Care (PCC).
" Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
" Must be willing to accept new methods and principles and be able to incorporate them into existing nursing procedures.
" Must use safe work practices by following policies and procedures.
" Must maintain a neat appearance and wear the required Marquis uniform for your department.
" Must have patience, tact and a positive attitude, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
" Accepts reassignments of duties and/or case load as needed to provide the necessary care for all residents.
Physical and Sensory Requirements
" Must be able to cope with the mental, emotional and physical stress of the position.
" Must successfully pass a Criminal History check in accordance with the laws of this state.
" Must successfully pass a drug screen and/or physical examination if requested.
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" Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
" Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
" Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts services, programs, and activities.
" Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required.
" Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
" Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.
" Transcribe physician orders into residents electronic medical record.
" Implement resident care plan upon completion of admission assessment.
" Chart all reports of accidents/incidents and complete all required assessments. Submit to Director of Nursing or Designee as required.
" Ensure accurate documentation in all areas of residents electronic medical record
" Prepare and administer medications and treatment as ordered by the physician.
" Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the Nurse Supervisor.
" Notify residents physician and emergency contact when there is a change in residents condition.
" Ensure that personnel providing direct care to residents are providing such care in accordance with the residents care plan and wishes.
" Make daily rounds of your unit/shift to ensure that nursing services personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor.
" Ensure that department personnel, residents and visitors follow the departments established policies and procedures at all times.
" Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc.
" Ensure that your assigned work areas (nurse stations, medicine preparation room) units resident care rooms, treatment areas, are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
" Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
" Other duties that may be assigned
Experience Education
" At least year of working experience as a Nurse is preferred.
" Must have an RN, LPN/LVN degree from an accredited college or university.
Specific Requirements
" Strong computer skills are needed for use of our electronic charting and medical records systems - Point Click Care (PCC).
" Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
" Must be willing to accept new methods and principles and be able to incorporate them into existing nursing procedures.
" Must use safe work practices by following policies and procedures.
" Must maintain a neat appearance and wear the required Marquis uniform for your department.
" Must have patience, tact and a positive attitude, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
" Accepts reassignments of duties and/or case load as needed to provide the necessary care for all residents.
Physical and Sensory Requirements
" Must be able to cope with the mental, emotional and physical stress of the position.
" Must successfully pass a Criminal History check in accordance with the laws of this state.
" Must successfully pass a drug screen and/or physical examination if requested.
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