Position Description Performs administrative and clinical duties for the Perry Clinic. We strongly encourage our nurses to develop a good rapport with the residents. Building excellent relationships is a standard at Arbor Acres. Status Non-Exempt Job Relationships 1. Reports to the Clinical Supervisor. LPN Duties and Responsibilities Performs receptionist/secretarial duties for the clinic. Greets patients and visitors in a kind and courteous manner. Answers telephone in a kind and courteous manner. Schedules appointments for the clinic for IL residents and notifies them of appointment times. Schedule referral appointments for residents as assigned by physician and/or PA. Sends patient profile information to residents prior to CPE visits with physician. Assists patients with clinic and office paperwork, such as signing up for clinic physician and contracted pharmacy. Assembles charts, updates and files medical records. Confirms all appointments with physicians offices and clinics. Assists with arranging laboratory services. Handles correspondence. Organizes clinic work environment and supplies. Takes medical histories. Weighs residents and records in patient medical records. Telephones prescriptions to pharmacies as directed. Assists with other duties within the scope of knowledge and as assigned by Physician, Physicians Assistant, Clinic Nurse Manager or Nursing Director. Assists with P.E.T. checks as assigned. Works in the clinic every other Saturday 8:30-12:30 Provides clinical services as defined in the LPN job description (see attached). Serves as emergency nurse responder for IL residents M-F, 8:00 - 4:30 p.m.; assesses and provides appropriate emergency care as needed. Provides basic first aid and assessments of work related injuries and coordinates care to outside healthcare agencies. LPN Typical Physical Demands Must be able to lift 30 lbs. without mechanical assistance. Must be able to turn, bend, stoop and stretch in order to assist patients/residents. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Must be able to successfully complete the WorkSTEPS Functional Testing program. This program assists in determining whether applicants/employees are able to safely perform essential job functions. LPN Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong verbal communication skills. The ability to read, write, understand, and speak fluently and correctly in the English language. Ability to embody and uphold the corporate personality and culture of Arbor Acres with its emphasis on warmth, caring, generation of community, enthusiasm, achievement of excellence, and joy. Bilingual is a plus, but not required. Minimum Education Graduation from recognized Licensed Practical Nurse course of study approved by the NC Board of Nursing. License and/or Certification Required License and or certification required. Licensed to practice nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of North Carolina. This job description is not intended as an all-inclusive list of essential functions which the individual holding this position may be required to perform. The individual may be required to perform additional tasks at the discretion of any authorized supervisor. Arbor Acres reserves the right to change or modify this job description at any time with or without notice.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?HC2AXlKUc15Ui01ReVBVBwm" width="0" height="0" />

**Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)**

Performs administrative and clinical duties for the Perry Clinic. We strongly encourage our nurses to develop a good rapport with the residents. Building excellent relationships is a standard at Arbor Acres.

**Job Description**

- Performs receptionist/secretarial duties for the clinic.
- Greets patients and visitors in a kind and courteous manner.
- Answers telephone in a kind and courteous manner.
- Schedules appointments for the clinic for IL residents and notifies them of appointment times.
- Schedules referral appointments for residents as assigned by physician and/or PA.
- Sends patient profile information to residents prior to CPE visits with physician.
- Assists patients with clinic and office paperwork, such as signing up for clinic physician and contracted pharmacy.
- Assembles charts, updates, and files medical records.
- Confirms all appointments with physicians' offices and clinics.
- Assists with arranging laboratory services.
- Handles correspondence.
- Organizes clinic work environment and supplies.
- Takes medical histories.
- Weighs residents and records in patient medical records.
- Telephones prescriptions to pharmacies as directed.
- Assists with other duties within the scope of knowledge and as assigned by Physician, Physician's Assistant, Clinic Nurse Manager, or Nursing Director.
- Assists with P.E.T. checks as assigned.
- Works in the clinic every other Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
- Provides clinical services as defined in the LPN job description.
- Serves as emergency nurse responder for IL residents Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; assesses and provides appropriate emergency care as needed.
- Provides basic first aid and assessments of work-related injuries and coordinates care to outside healthcare agencies.

**Requirements**

- Graduation from recognized Licensed Practical Nurse course of study approved by the NC Board of Nursing.
- Licensed to practice nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of North Carolina.

**LPN Typical Physical Demands**

- Must be able to lift 30 lbs. without mechanical assistance.
- Must be able to turn, bend, stoop, and stretch in order to assist patients/residents.
- Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time.
- Must be able to successfully complete the WorkSTEPS Functional Testing program.

**LPN Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Strong verbal communication skills. The ability to read, write, understand, and speak fluently and correctly in the English language.
- Ability to embody and uphold the corporate personality and culture of Arbor Acres with its emphasis on warmth, caring, generation of community, enthusiasm, achievement of excellence, and joy.
- Bilingual is a plus, but not required.

This job description is not intended as an all-inclusive list of essential functions which the individual holding this position may be required to perform. The individual may be required to perform additional tasks at the discretion of any authorized supervisor. Arbor Acres reserves the right to change or modify this job description at any time with or without notice.

LPN Clinic Nurse 8 - 4:30 M - F Every Other Saturday

Our Nurse Manager RN/LPN (Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse) for Weekends manages and coordinates the provision of clinical nursing service to residents in licensed and unlicensed areas. Since we have a lower than average nurse to resident ratio, we strongly encourage our nurses to develop a good rapport with the residents. Building excellent relationships is a standard at Arbor Acres. Job Relationships Reports to Director of Nursing. Direct management of RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Med Techs and Medical Unit Secretaries RN/LPN Duties and Responsibilities Provides clinical expertise and guidance to ensure quality of nursing care to residents and enforces safe work procedures by participating in manager on-call rotation. Monitors residents condition and reports daily to Director of Nursing. Performs nursing rounds on assigned units. Provides assessment of residents and arranges for provision of necessary nursing care or other professional services in both licensed and non-licensed areas. Implements daily staff assignments. Coordinates the admissions, transfers and discharges of residents, both within the total facility and to outside agencies. Supervises transcription and verification of physicians orders. Monitors medication administration and treatments. Performs various routine nursing procedures as needed. Participates in scheduling of nursing employees, including staff relief coverage. Participates in in-service training for nursing services, as assigned. Monitors medical record charting by nursing staff. Participates in the orientation, interviewing, performance appraisal and disciplinary guidance for nursing personnel as requested. Monitors Control Drug Stock. Oversees the accurate and timely completion of monthly summaries. Oversees the accurate and timely completion of incident reports. Accompany physician on resident rounds and document visits. Coordinates the accurate and timely completion of weights and vital signs. Oversees documentation audits in assigned areas. Implements timely and accurate completion of AIMS monitors. Maintains acuity lists including residents requiring wound care, O2, feeding tubes, catheters, etc. Updates routinely and provides Nursing Director with updated lists as requested. Participates in and approves resident assessments participates in and assists in the coordination of resident care planning and resident/family conferences. Serves as back-up to the emergency nurse responder. Assessing and providing appropriate emergency care to independent and assisted living residents as needed. RN/LPN Typical Physical Demands Ability to walk up to 20 minutes at a time in order to transverse campus. Considerable hearing ability in order to perceive the nature of sounds and medical equipment. Frequent walking, bending, stretching, lifting, pushing, and carrying. Able to see and read newsprint sized letters in order to make visual assessment of residents. Possible exposure to: airborne pathogens, blood borne pathogens, odors, toxic chemicals, and fumes. Ability to lift and maneuver items weighing up to 30 lbs. is required. Must be able to successfully complete the WorkSTEPS Functional Testing program. This program assists in determining whether applicants/employees are able to safely perform essential job functions. RN/LPN Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Assessment Decision-making Nursing Procedures Customer Service Orientation Communication Computer Skills Liaisons-internal/external Team Participation Self-Direction Detail Oriented. Strong verbal communication skills. The ability to read, write, understand, and speak fluently and correctly in the English language. Ability to embody and uphold the corporate personality and culture of Arbor Acres with its emphasis on warmth, caring, generation of community, enthusiasm, achievement of excellence, and joy. Bilingual a plus, but not required. Minimum Experience At least three to five years of experience in patient care. At least one year of experience in a long-term care setting. License and/or Certification License to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of North Carolina. Must have a valid and active North Carolina Driver's license. This job description is not intended as an all-inclusive list of essential functions which the individual holding this position may be required to perform. The individual may be required to perform additional tasks at the discretion of any authorized supervisor. Arbor Acres reserves the right to change or modify this job description at any time with or without notice.<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?xKa135tGm8l5yjzqPakhagn" width="0" height="0" />

**Nurse Manager RN/LPN**

Our Nurse Manager RN/LPN (Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse) for weekends manages and coordinates the provision of clinical nursing service to residents in licensed and unlicensed areas. Since we have a lower than average nurse to resident ratio, we strongly encourage our nurses to develop a good rapport with the residents. Building excellent relationships is a standard at Arbor Acres.

**Job Description**

- Reports to the Director of Nursing.
- Direct management of RNs, LPNs, CNAs, Med Techs, and Medical Unit Secretaries.
- Provides clinical expertise and guidance to ensure quality of nursing care to residents and enforces safe work procedures by participating in manager on-call rotation.
- Monitors residents' condition and reports daily to the Director of Nursing. Performs nursing rounds on assigned units.
- Provides assessment of residents and arranges for the provision of necessary nursing care or other professional services in both licensed and non-licensed areas.
- Implements daily staff assignments.
- Coordinates the admissions, transfers, and discharges of residents, both within the total facility and to outside agencies.
- Supervises transcription and verification of physicians' orders.
- Monitors medication administration and treatments.
- Performs various routine nursing procedures as needed.
- Participates in scheduling of nursing employees, including staff relief coverage.
- Participates in in-service training for nursing services, as assigned.
- Monitors medical record charting by nursing staff.
- Participates in the orientation, interviewing, performance appraisal, and disciplinary guidance for nursing personnel as requested.
- Monitors Control Drug Stock.
- Oversees the accurate and timely completion of monthly summaries.
- Oversees the accurate and timely completion of incident reports.
- Accompanies physician on resident rounds and documents visits.
- Coordinates the accurate and timely completion of weights and vital signs.
- Oversees documentation audits in assigned areas.
- Implements timely and accurate completion of AIMS monitors.
- Maintains acuity lists including residents requiring wound care, O2, feeding tubes, catheters, etc. Updates routinely and provides Nursing Director with updated lists as requested.
- Participates in and approves resident assessments; participates in and assists in the coordination of resident care planning and resident/family conferences.
- Serves as back-up to the emergency nurse responder, assessing and providing appropriate emergency care to independent and assisted living residents as needed.

**Requirements**

- At least three to five years of experience in patient care.
- At least one year of experience in a long-term care setting.
- License to practice nursing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of North Carolina.
- Must have a valid and active North Carolina Driver's license.

**Typical Physical Demands**

- Ability to walk up to 20 minutes at a time in order to transverse campus.
- Considerable hearing ability in order to perceive the nature of sounds and medical equipment.
- Frequent walking, bending, stretching, lifting, pushing, and carrying.
- Able to see and read newsprint sized letters in order to make visual assessments of residents.
- Possible exposure to airborne pathogens, blood borne pathogens, odors, toxic chemicals, and fumes.
- Ability to lift and maneuver items weighing up to 30 lbs. is required.
- Must be able to successfully complete the WorkSTEPS Functional Testing program. This program assists in determining whether applicants/employees are able to safely perform essential job functions.

**Key Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities**

- Assessment
- Decision-making
- Nursing Procedures
- Customer Service Orientation
- Communication
- Computer Skills
- Liaisons-internal/external
- Team Participation
- Self-Direction
- Detail Oriented
- Strong verbal communication skills. The ability to read, write, understand, and speak fluently and correctly in the English language.
- Ability to embody and uphold the corporate personality and culture of Arbor Acres with its emphasis on warmth, caring, generation of community, enthusiasm, achievement of excellence, and joy.
- Bilingual a plus, but not required.

This job description is not intended as an all-inclusive list of essential functions which the individual holding this position may be required to perform. The individual may be required to perform additional tasks at the discretion of any authorized supervisor. Arbor Acres reserves the right to change or modify this job description at any time with or without notice.

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