Desk Nurse

We are seeking a qualified Desk Nurse to join our team The ideal candidate is an LVN with proven experience in long term care setting.

Primary Desk Nurse Qualifications:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or an approved LVN program
LVN License in good standing
Fully vaccinated against COVID-19
Proven experience in long term care
Primary Desk Nurse Responsibilities:
The Desk Nurse is responsible for staff assignment and provides overall supervision of resident care activities such as admissions
Complete all required record keeping forms/charts upon the resident’s admission, discharge, transfer, etc
File in the resident’s chart and/or forward to the appropriate department
Receive verbal orders from attending/alternate physician and transcribe the physician’s order sheet
Initiate resident Plans of Care on admission
Chart TPRs, blood pressures and blood glucose as required
Order prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as established by the facility’s policies and
Review physician’s orders and transfer/preadmission information for completeness
Prepare/administer medications as ordered by the physician
Answer telephone inquiries as outlined in the facility’s established policies and procedures
Chart licensed nurses’ notes in an informative and d3scriptive manner that reflects the care provided as well as the resident’s response to the care.
Forward new diet orders, and/or diet changes to the dietary department
Transcribe physician’s orders to resident’s charts, Medication Administration Records, Treatment
Administration Records and RNA sheets to assure that they remain current
Verify the identification of the resident before administering medication or treatment
Requisition and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services as ordered by the physician
Assure that narcotic records are current at all times
Admit, transfer and discharge resident
Assist in arranging transportation and packing as necessary
Check resident charts for specific treatment, medication orders and schedules daily
Other Desk Nurse Responsibilities:
Administer professional services such as: catheterization, tube feeding, suction, applying and changing dressings/bandages, packs, colostomy and drainage bags, taking blood, sputum, and urine specimens, care of the dead/dying, etc., as established by the facility’s policies and procedures
Make rounds with the physician and assist with examination and treatment
Review medication sheet for completeness of information, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders and adherence to stop order policies
Assist in carrying out restorative and rehabilitative programs to include self-help/care
Perform routine charting as required
Report all discrepancies of physician order, diet or charting to the RN Supervisor or Assistant Director
Check food in resident’s rooms that is brought in by the resident’s family or visitors in accordance with policies
Initiate restraint assessment on all new admissions
Monitor and document behavior of residents on psychoactive medications
Record Intake and Output, and complete monthly evaluation as per the facility’s policy and procedure
Following completion of an approved competency check with an RN an LVN may reinsert a G-Tube on
Meet with unit personnel, on a regular basis, to assist in identifying and correcting problem areas, and/or the improvement of services
Review and evaluate assigned personnel and make written evaluations to the RN Supervisor or Assistant Director of Nurses
Coordinate Nursing service with other departments and nursing units
Notify the attending physician, RN Supervisor and Director of Nurses when a resident is discharged without approval
Assure that appropriate documentation is made in accordance with the facility’s
Assure that a stock of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., is maintained at all times
Requisition equipment and supply needs as required
Notify the resident’s attending/alternate physician, as well as the resident’s legal guardian/representative,
Work with the facility’s consultants as necessary and implement recommended changes as directed by the Administrator/DON
Investigate complaints and grievances and make necessary oral/written reports to the RN Supervisor or In cases of death, notify the funeral home and ensure that the body is properly prepared/cleaned for pick-up mechanical restraints
Notify the RN Supervisor and physician and record and follow orders
Assure that the unit area is maintained in a clean and safe manner for resident comfort and convenience, by ensuring that necessary equipment and supplies are maintained to perform such duties/services
Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished
Other duties may be assigned

Pay Scale: $32 to $36 (Based on experience)

Depending on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, regularly scheduled work shift, knowledge, skills, experience, and expertise.

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