LPN Floater

Description

General Performance

* Displays effective communication skills and unconditional positive regard toward all individuals supported and co-workers
* In conjunction with other staff, assures that Agency services enhance the rights and dignity of people
* Assists and supports individuals supported in making choices and expressing their individual preferences
* Is familiar with and adheres to all agency policies, procedures and operating guidelines
* Performs light housework at home as needed
* Consistently reports to work as scheduled , on time and remains at work for the entire shift
* Participates in scheduled meetings
* Reports any incident or suspicions of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment immediately to supervisor and/or Incident Management Coordinator and/or State Investigator.
* Helps individuals meet goals/outcomes in community and at home

Nursing Performance

* Promotes health, prevents disease, plans, implements, monitors, and coordinates healthcare services
* Assists individuals with all Activities of Daily Living, including bathing, dressing, etc.
* Assists with meal preparation and planning
* Manages medication administration according to Operating Procedures
* Administers medications and monitors adverse reactions
* Provides assistance with tube medications
* Monitors and cares for feeding tubes, including starting and stopping
* Monitors and maintains PEG site and tube care
* Takes and monitors vital signs of individuals supported
* Monitors infection control procedures and universal precautions
* Must be able to work independently
* Displays knowledge of the location of and use of emergency equipment and emergency procedures
* Accepts responsibility as evidence by successful performance of job duties and taking the initiative in performing additional tasks when the need arises
* Is able to organize time based on the needs of the individual(s) supported as evidenced by following through on assigned tasks in a smooth and effective manner and determining priorities
* Charts nursing notes as close to the time the skilled services are provided
* Is able to be reached easily via phone and return s calls promptly
* Helps provide continuity of nursing care by working extra shifts/hours as needed

Requirements

Qualifications Nurse

* At least 19 years of age
* Valid driver's license for at least 3 years, acceptable driving history and proof of auto insurance as required
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
* Currently licensed as a practical nurse or registered nurse in state of TN.
* Experience individualized per assignment
* Ability to pass mandatory drug screen and physical
* Ability to maintain a sustained presence with activities throughout shift primarily on feet actively participating in a variety of activities.
* Pass a criminal history and personal background checks
* Possess good communication, written and computer skills necessary for communication and documentation.
* Ability to work cooperatively with public, service recipients and their families, and co-workers
* Ability and willingness to assist individual in activities of daily living including bathing, toileting and other self help skills
* Ability and willingness to support individuals with challenging behavior