Night LVN

Duties and Responsibilities

• Confer with the Medical Director and the attending physician when necessary.
• Consult with the physician concerning resident evaluation and assist the Director of Nursing Services in planning and developing the nursing services to be performed for the resident.
• Initiate requests for consultation or referral.
• Respond to requests from the resident, physician, or nursing staff.
• Examine the resident and his/her records to determine appropriate care.
• Perform administrative duties regarding assigned residents, such as completing medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, etc.
• Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the attending physician, Medical Director, or the Administrator.
• Participate in the planning and evaluation of the written policies and procedures that govern the day-to-day functions of the nursing service department.
• Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.
• Participate in regularly scheduled reviews of the Discharge Plans and make such plans available to the Care Plan Committee as required or as may be necessary.
• Absorb and use as appropriate all items of personal protective equipment offered by the facility, including, but not limited to, masks, gowns, gloves, and face shields.

Qualifications

• CPR/BSL LVN License
• Skilled Nursing experience