Nurses-RN & LPN 1st-2nd-3rd shifts

LPN/RN Hall Nurse

Job Description:

• Provides nursing care to residents assigned
• Participates in planning and implementing unit activities on the shift and unit as assigned by the DON and/or RN Supervisor
• Assures that department personnel, residents, visitors, etc., follow established policies and procedures, including safety rules and regulations
• Provides accurate and consistent information to personnel, residents, visitors, family members, etc., as necessary
• Ensures resident rights are followed by all department personnel
• Maintains confidentiality of resident care information
• Maintains a stock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., and requisitions as required
• Notifies the resident's attending/alternate physician, RN supervisor, as well as the resident's legal guardian representative, when the resident becomes critically ill or injured
• Works with the facility's consultants and implements recommended changes as directed by the DON
• In cases of death, assures proper preparation for pick up and may announce death as allowed within state rules
• Makes oral reports/recommendations for nursing POC to the supervising RN/DON
• Maintains unit area cleanliness and safety
• Notifies physician and RN supervisor of resident accidents/incidents and completes necessary reports
• Takes TPRs, blood pressures, etc., and charts as required
• Gives/receives nursing report upon start and end of shift
• Monitors residents throughout the assigned shift to assure prescribed treatment is properly administered
• Communicates changes in resident condition to RN as needed
• Prepares/administers medications as ordered

Requirements:

• Graduate of an approved LPN program
• Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursing practices is preferred
• Experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or related medical facility
• Current CPR Certification
• Must function independently within the scope of practice for LPN
• Must meet state requirements for relevant licensures or certifications with no disciplinary action

Additional Responsibilities:

• Treats all residents with dignity and respect
• Establishes a culture of compliance with facility policies, procedures, and regulations
• Follows appropriate safety and hygiene measures
• Maintains confidentiality of protected health information
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures, or regulations
• Reports any allegations of abuse or mistreatment of residents
• Participates in life safety and emergency drills and trainings
• Reports work-related injuries and illnesses immediately
• Follows established infection control policies and procedures
• Completes all assigned training and skills competency
• Attends care-plan meetings of assigned residents
• Participates in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed

Personal Skills and Traits Desired:

• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Supportive team member with teamwork skills
• Ability to make independent decisions
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and public
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family, and staff
• Must be able to relay information concerning a resident's condition
• Must not pose a threat to health and safety in the workplace
• Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary