Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) - PT

About the role

The primary purpose of the lead LPN/LVN is to provide direct nursing care to the residents.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the facility meets the minimum staffing levels for nurses and nurse aides; complete required posting of nursing staff data as required.
• Audit nursing documentation in the clinical record for appropriate and relevant entries.
• Coordinate Pre-certification and recertification in accordance with facility policies for Medicare Advantage and commercial insurance payers.
• Complete accident/incident reports as necessary.
• Support the objectives of the infection prevention and control program including antibiotic stewardship.
• Work with the IDT to review unnecessary medications and coordinate gradual dose reductions as appropriate.
• Reconcile resident medications (pre/post-discharge) as part of the discharge process.
• Order prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as necessary and in accordance with established facility policies.
• Assist in the grievance process in coordination with the grievance officer; assist residents with filing grievances, investigating allegations, and coordinating an appropriate response; respond to resident or family grievances in accordance with facility policies.
• Maintain list(s) of equipment repairs or needs required for resident care.

Requirements

• Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must possess the ability to deal with stress and emergencies.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with residents, families, and healthcare providers.
• Must have knowledge of infection control practices and procedures.
• Must have knowledge of medication administration and handling.
• Must have knowledge of assistive and adaptive devices and their proper use.
• Must have knowledge of life safety codes and emergency preparedness and response drills.

Qualifications

• Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Experience in long-term care or veteran’s facilities preferred.
• Knowledge of the RAI process and dementia care.
• Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting and transferring residents.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Skills

• Effective communication skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Stress management and emergency response.
• Infection control and prevention.
• Medication administration and handling.
• Assistive and adaptive device knowledge.
• Lifesafety code and emergency preparedness.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance coverage, retirement plan, paid time off, and opportunities for professional development.

Pay

$15.00 - $18.00 per hour based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

PT schedule available.