LPN (PER DIEM)

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Contributes to the resident care and service plans by collecting data based on age, needs and abilities in an ongoing and systematic manner and participating in regular care planning meetings.
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with residents, families, colleagues and other members of the health care team to meet resident needs.
• Provides education, supervision and counseling to resident and family regarding AL procedures and other care needs.
• Documents accurate, pertinent and comprehensive information in a timely and concise manner in the client service record.
• Counsults with physicians, pharmacists and outside agencies regarding medication management including but not limited to ordering, storing, reconciling and preparing medications for administration and/or CNA prompt.
• Participates in educational programs, inservices, meetings and workshops and utilizes current literature to enhance professional skills and knowledge.
• Under supervision of ALSA Director / RN Coordinator and in collaboration with physicians, pharmacists and outside agencies, will be responsible for oversight of medication management including but not limited to ordering, storing, reconciling and preparing medications for administration and/or CNA prompt.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of accredited School of Nursing
• Experience: 1-2 years-clinical experience in a hospital or similar health care setting preferred
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Current LPN license; CPR certification
• Registration: Registered

Key Competencies

• Clinical, organizational, record keeping, and documentation skills.
• Function independently.
• Exercise sound judgement-teambuilding skills, excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Knowledge of ALSA regulations.