LPN Staff Nurse

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Job Family: LPNs and LVNs FLSA Status: Hourly

EEO Category: Professional Reports to: Executive Director and D.O.N.

Job Summary: Provides care to residents in accordance with physician orders, recognized standards of practice and established company policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Assists in maintaining a physical, social and psychological environment in the best interests of residents. Ensures resident rights and confidentiality are maintained at all times.
• Monitors residents within state licensure regulations; supervises and directs nursing assistants where allowed by state licensure regulations.
• Assists in writing care plans based on resident needs and change of condition.
• Obtains and administers medication and treatments as prescribed by physician. Documents and reviews medication and treatment sheets for accuracy and compliance with physician orders, professional standards, federal and state regulations.
• Monitors responses to care treatment plans. Possesses knowledge of medication interactions and notifies DON or ADON of any issues. Adheres to company systems, processes and procedures.
• Counts controlled substances with off going nurse or designee; secures and corrects reconciliation of controlled substances during shift.
• Ensures cleanliness and organization of medicine supply room, and medicine carts and security of discontinued medicine in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Assists with discharge process relevant to medication and treatment orders.
• Possesses knowledge of OSHA regulations, infection control standards and emergency procedures. Follows policies and procedures to ensure resident safety.
• Documents all pertinent information regarding nursing care, care plans and observation of resident overall condition.
• Attends training to maintain skill level and remain current in emerging healthcare trends.

*This job description represents an overview of the responsibilities for a LPN. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of responsibilities. An associate should perform all duties assigned by his or her supervisor.

Education / Experience / Certifications: State nursing license (LPN,LVN), one year minimum experience, training, or a combination of education and experience. Basic CPR or first aid training and fire safety training are also required.

Management / Decision Making: Makes decisions based on existing guidelines and procedures. Solves problems using standard procedures and precedents, knowing when to refer issue to supervisor.

Knowledge and Skills: Possesses a thorough understanding of the organization and work environment. Familiarity with Microsoft Windows, Office and Outlook email preferred. Basic typing skills are essential as well as having the ability to maintain resident confidentiality.

Physical Demands

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Working Conditions

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Standing, Walking, Sitting

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Interaction with co-workers, residents, or vendors

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Exposure to latex

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Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed

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Occasional travel

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Reaching with hands and arms

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Vision

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Possible exposure to communicable diseases or infections

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On call as needed

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Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens

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Climbing or balancing

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Possible exposure to various drugs, infections, chemicals, or biological hazards

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Talking or hearing

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Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents

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Taste or smell

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May be subject to injury from falls, burns, odors, or cuts from equipment

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Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

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Using fingers to handle or feel

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Job Types: Part-time, PRN

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person