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GENERAL SUMMARY:The LPN helps to fulfill the care requirements of our residents. Under the direction of the nurse manager, the LPN will work within their entire scope of practice. He/she will be fully accountable for ensuring that competent care and safety are consistently delivered to all residents. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:- Provides nursing care within their scope of practice and in accordance with standards of care established by the facility.- Assists with the development and revision of nursing care plans under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Manages/directs the plan of care by directly administering care or by directing and supervising nursing duties delegated to nursing assistants.- Checks and records vital signs on a regular basis following established policy or at own discretion if the need exists.- Assists with residents' comfort.- Maintains accurate and complete records of nursing care provided.- Reports significant observations to the nurse in charge/RN designee and physicians.- Reports pertinent changes in condition to the physician and the resident/health care decision maker.- Participates in purposeful daily rounds.- Prepares and administers medications after appropriate orientation and instruction. - Maintains accurate medication records and observes residents for signs and symptoms of adverse drug reactions.- Administers special treatments, procedures, dressing changes, irrigations and other procedures requiring special techniques based on her/his nursing education and scope of practice.- Collects specimens.- Accompanies physician on rounds when necessary; reviews physician's orders, medications, and records to ensure prompt and accurate execution.- Attends staff education, training and other required meetings.- Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work space.- Monitors consistent application of Restorative Nursing Goals and Approaches and refers any necessary changes to the Charge Nurse for evaluation.- Answers resident call lights promptly.- May come in contact with blood and other infectious materials, follows Universal Precautions Directs and provides assistance, observes, and monitors the activities of Nursing Assistants.- Contributes to the evaluation of CNA performance as requested.- Assure that the HIPAA and Assignment of Benefits/Medical Treatment Consent forms have been signed upon resident's admission and placed in the Admission Director's mailbox for processing the next day.- Other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, within the scope of her/his education and under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:- Empathy and compassion- Effective verbal and written communication- Ability to read, write, and speak English- Astute observation skills- Ability to follow set rules and protocols- Time management and organizational skills- Sense of responsibility- Desire to work with others- Understand and carry out exactly, detailed oral and written instructions- Ability to keep records and make reports- Ability to secure cooperation with residents- Possess a working knowledge of nursing techniques and their relation to medical and surgical practicesEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing- Must be 18 years of age or olderLICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:- Current Basic Life Support (CPR) certification- Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state
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