What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Per Diem position at Sullivan County, NH?
Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse
About the Position:
This is a per diem position in our nursing department, working with our award-winning team to provide high-quality care to our residents. Our motto is "ALL DAY, EVERY DAY, WE MAKE LIFE BETTER".
Scope of Position:
This position involves providing specialized and administrative care to residents, ensuring their needs are met according to facility policies and procedures, and maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. The successful candidate will work closely with the nursing supervisor, unit manager, and director of nursing services to ensure seamless care delivery.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Working Conditions:
This is a per diem position requiring one full weekend per month and at least five holidays per year. Shift differential pay applies for second and third shifts, and an additional 20% of base rate for weekend shifts.
About the Position:
This is a per diem position in our nursing department, working with our award-winning team to provide high-quality care to our residents. Our motto is "ALL DAY, EVERY DAY, WE MAKE LIFE BETTER".
Scope of Position:
This position involves providing specialized and administrative care to residents, ensuring their needs are met according to facility policies and procedures, and maintaining compliance with federal and state regulations. The successful candidate will work closely with the nursing supervisor, unit manager, and director of nursing services to ensure seamless care delivery.
Responsibilities:
- Attend all scheduled shifts on time and follow Sullivan County's attendance policy.
- Accurately receive, transcribe, and carry out physician orders.
- Administer medications and treatments as ordered by the physician and maintain proper documentation and notifications.
- Assess residents, develop and update care plans, MDSs, and quarterly assessments within mandated time frames.
- Supervise licensed nurse assistants (LNAs) under New Hampshire Board of Nursing licensing requirements.
- Assign and measure nursing staff resident care consistent with abilities, job description, and scope of practice.
- Perform wound care, administer oxygen, and gastrostomy/jejunostomy feedings according to facility guidelines and procedures.
- Accompany physicians on resident rounds, address medical needs, and facilitate communication during 60-day reviews.
- Complete 24-hour reports, check new orders, and maintain consistent communication with the nursing supervisor or unit manager.
- Communicate with residents' families to resolve concerns and notify family members of new orders.
Qualifications:
- A current license in the State of New Hampshire as a Licensed Practical Nurse without restrictions or sanctions.
- A graduate of a School of Nursing program accredited by the American Nurses Association.
- One to three years' experience in an Acute or Long Term Care facility preferred.
Working Conditions:
This is a per diem position requiring one full weekend per month and at least five holidays per year. Shift differential pay applies for second and third shifts, and an additional 20% of base rate for weekend shifts.
