What are the responsibilities and job description for the Practical Nurse Care Specialist position at The Laurels of Athens?
Company Overview\
Laurel Health Care Company, a national provider of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative and assisted living services, is dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care.\
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Responsibilities for LPN\
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plans, coordinates, provides, and manages nursing care services and health education to nursing home guests.\
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The LPN works as part of a team providing skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation care to our valued guests.
Laurel Health Care Company, a national provider of skilled nursing, subacute, rehabilitative and assisted living services, is dedicated to achieving the highest standards of care.\
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Responsibilities for LPN\
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plans, coordinates, provides, and manages nursing care services and health education to nursing home guests.\
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- The LPN supervises the care/services provided by Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA)/State-Tested Nursing Assistants (STNA) and other team members who care for guests. \
- The LPN assesses the health of guests and notifies the physician of changes in status. Promptly implementing new orders. \
- The LPN selects and institutes appropriate nursing interventions to stabilize a guest's condition and/or prevent complications. \
- The LPN contributes to the guest's assessment (MDS/CAA's) and the development of a plan of care. \
The LPN works as part of a team providing skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation care to our valued guests.
