Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Duties And Responsibilities

• Supervise HHAs, CNAs and the facility staff.
• Make daily rounds of all Assisted Living residents and retirement residents if needed.
• Observe and report symptoms and conditions of patients to Director of Wellness “DOW” /Delegating R.N./Physician.
• Administer medications and treatments per signed doctor’s orders in an accurate, safe manner, observe effectiveness and report to physician if needed.
• Inform DOW of when supplies and equipment are needed.
• Orders medication from pharmacy when needed.
• Supervises the Home Health Aide to ensure that all nursing care is given properly, safely and of the up most quality.
• Administers emergency first aid.
• Assures that daily assignments for patient care, incidental duties, performed by nurse and HHA as outlined by Director of Wellness are carried out.
• Note the above duties include many of the tasks for LPN. At times it may be necessary to perform other duties as requested by the Director of Wellness.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program, currently licensed to practice per state.
• Work experience in the geriatric field.
• Ability to communicate well and in writing.
• Ability to deal with visitors, staff and residents in a courteous manner.
• Ability to lift, push, pull up to 60lbs.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Must be able to work under pressure at times.
• Must be able to perform good grooming practices, personal hygiene and be punctual and regular in attendance.
• Must have warm, friendly, congenial personality.
• Must present a professional appearance and possess an empathetic attitude towards seniors.
• Ability to assess a resident’s condition and intervene when needed.
• CPR certified, or obtained within 90 days of hire and yearly thereafter.

Part-time

Shift: 3 pm - 11 pm