Licensed Practical Nurse - Part Time (Memory Care)

Primary Responsibilities

• Administer medications as prescribed within regulation time frame and without error.
• Document resident interactions and observe changes in health.
• Assist with admissions and discharges.
• Supervise C.N.A’s and ensure residents' needs are met.
• Complete monthly summaries and meet with nursing assistants.
• Complete and/or supervise all treatments using standard nursing protocol.
• Record nursing observations on residents’ charts.
• Transcribe, analyze, comprehend and implement doctors’ orders.
• Complete dietary and maintenance forms accurately.
• Update daily flow sheets for C.N.A.’s.
• Report significant resident issues to the Unit Manager.
• Respond to and implement fire plan for Healthcare Center residents.
• Maintain knowledge of safe operation of medical equipment.
• Practice universal precautions and ensure C.N.A.’s use them.
• Prepare change of shift report and communicate with oncoming staff.
• Make rounds on each shift to account for all residents and provide medical attention as needed.
• Handle emergencies and stressful situations professionally.
• Draw labs as ordered and report them to the physician.
• Assess complaints/issues with residents and notify physicians as needed.
• Inform responsible parties of changes in resident care as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed practical nurse.
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and licensed through the Virginia Board of Nursing.
• Supervisory skills required; experience preferred.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records preferred or ability to learn.
• CPR certified or able to obtain.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with confidential information and maintain its integrity.
• Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to detail and have good organizational skills.
• Ability to work in a stressful environment and handle medical emergency situations.
• Strong customer service skills; maintain a hospitality approach to engaging with all individuals.