Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description

Leave Coverage (6/17 - 7/28) EVE [2p-1030p]. 21 day rotation that gives a 3 day weekend off every 3rd weekend.

? Direct the day to day functions of the nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines that govern the long term care facility.
? Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned to you comply with the written policies and procedures established by this facility.
? Meet with your assigned nursing staff, as well as support personnel, in planning the shifts' services, programs, and activities.
? Make written and oral reports/recommendations concerning the activities of your shift as required.
? Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
? Perform administrative duties such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc., as necessary.
? Transcribe physician orders into resident's electronic medical record.
? Implement resident care plan upon completion of admission assessment.
? Chart all reports of accidents/incidents and complete all required assessments. Submit to Director of Nursing or Designee as required.
? Ensure accurate documentation in all areas of residents electronic medical record
? Prepare and administer medications and treatment as ordered by the physician.
? Ensure that an adequate supply of floor stock medications, supplies, and equipment is on hand to meet the nursing needs of the residents. Report needs to the Nurse Supervisor.
? Notify resident's physician and emergency contact when there is a change in resident's condition.
? Ensure that personnel providing direct care to residents are providing such care in accordance with the resident's care plan and wishes.
? Make daily rounds of your unit/shift to ensure that nursing services personnel are performing their work assignments in accordance with acceptable nursing standards. Report problem areas to the Nurse Supervisor.
? Ensure that department personnel, residents and visitors follow the departments established policies and procedures at all times.
? Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions, their expected time of arrival, room assignment, etc.
? Ensure that your assigned work areas (nurse stations, medicine preparation room) units resident care rooms, treatment areas, are maintained in a clean, safe, and sanitary manner.
? Maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
? Other duties that may be assigned
Experience Education
? At least year of working experience as a Nurse is preferred.
? Must have an RN, LPN/LVN degree from an accredited college or university.
Specific Requirements
? Strong computer skills are needed for use of our electronic charting and medical records systems - Point Click Care (PCC).
? Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
? Must be willing to accept new methods and principles and be able to incorporate them into existing nursing procedures.
? Must use safe work practices by following policies and procedures.
? Must maintain a neat appearance and wear the required Marquis uniform for your department.
? Must have patience, tact and a positive attitude, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
? Accepts reassignments of duties and/or case load as needed to provide the necessary care for all residents.
Physical and Sensory Requirements
? Must be able to cope with the mental, emotional and physical stress of the position.
? Must successfully pass a Criminal History check in accordance with the laws of this state.
? Must successfully pass a drug screen and/or physical examination if requested.
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