LPN-Jasper General

4 weeks ago

Raymond, United States Jasper General Hospital Full time

Full Time Positions available for the following shifts 7am-3pm and 3pm-11pm.

Abilityto monitor resident condition and notify RN Supervisor, charge nurse, and/orphysician promptly of changes in resident conditions. Notifies sponsor/next ofkin according to facility protocol.
Knowledgeof the intended use and negative reactions of medications ordered forresidents.
Awareof emergency procedures of this facility in the event of cardiac arrest,diabetic reactions, airway obstruction, respiratory arrest/distress, seizures,head injuries, and fractures.
Respondpromptly to all emergencies.
Respondpromptly and investigate all alarms on unit.
Followinstructions given by the RN for resident care.
Abilityto document medications, procedures, and resident condition per facilityprotocol.
Abilityto receive verbal and phone orders from physicians/nurse practitioner andtranscribe accordingly.
Communicatethe needs of resident to other departments when necessary.
Assistresidents with activities of daily living when needed, including personal care,transfer, eating, and elimination.
Competentin checking vital signs and documentation/reporting.
Makerounds on assigned unit per facility protocol.
Investigateall accidents and complete required forms/documentation.
Report all discrepancies found with a medication, treatment plan, and physicianorders.
Requisitionmedications and supplies to ensure adequate supply.
Communicate policy and safety concerns to RN or Administration for Quality Assurance purposes.
Supervise care given by nursing assistants.

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