Job description

Primary Job Duties:

• Directs and renders care to the residents within an assigned unit as leader of the unit. Makes assignments, admits, transfers, and discharges residents.
• Administers medications, charts, assists physicians, and supervises other nursing staff according to established policies and procedures.
• Reviews medication orders and medication sheets for completeness and accuracy of information, accuracy in the transcription of physician orders, and adherence to stop order policies.
• May determine employee work assignment and has the authority to make changes and revise duties as needed to meet resident needs.
• Makes daily visits to resident’s room to observe and evaluate physical and emotional status/needs of the residents during shift. Observe resident condition and notify the charge nurse or M.D. of any change or any possible need for medication or treatment.
• Provides direct resident care when needed, i.e. takes blood pressure, weights, assists with lifting and transferring of residents, turns residents, etc.
• Initiates and reviews resident care plans for appropriate resident goals, problems, approaches and revisions based on nursing needs. Completes other required documentation.
• Receives and understands resident reports from staff on previous shifts.
• Administers prescribed medication and treatments ordered by the physician. Chart the same and note effects. Note: Charge LPNs can only administer treatments that they are authorized to administer.
• Keeps the Director of Nursing informed of resident status and other related matters via written reports and verbal communication.
• Interprets and implements facility and department policies and procedure in a fair and consistent manner.
• Notifies appropriate family members or responsible parties of any change in the resident’s condition, if charge nurse.
• Completes incident reports promptly for residents and staff when necessary.
• Keeps privileged information about residents confidential according to HIPAA guidelines
• Upholds Laurel View Village’s Code of Conduct and follows Corporate Compliance guidelines per the LVV Employee Handbook.
• Converses with residents and their families regarding problems and possible solutions, progress and plan of care, and convey a genuine sense of concern.
• Requests necessary equipment and supplies as needed.
• Improves professional knowledge through professional reading, in service education and other avenues. Attends in-service education and supervisory meetings on a regular basis.
• Answers telephone inquiries in a professional manner.
• Assists in the hiring process for nursing staff and offers recommendations for hiring and/or rejection based on applicant’s qualifications. Assists in the orientation of new personnel in job duties on unit.
• Orders prescribed medications, supplies and equipment as established by facility policies and procedures.
• Follows facility complaint procedure and adjusts or suggests solutions to resolve problems.
• Orients new residents and their family members to functions of the Department.
• Forwards diet changes to Dietary Department.
• Performs other duties as necessary and appropriate, or as directed by the RN Supervisor, Department Supervisor or Administrator.

· Completes annual compliance and HIPAA training and exhibits behavior as set forth by the Code of Compliance in the performance of their duties.

· Adheres to the Organizations Policies and Procedures regarding the Compliance Program of the organization and is timely in reporting any possible concerns.

· Follows all local, state and federal regulations as they pertain to their position.

· Adheres to the Organization’s Policies and Procedures covering Privacy and Security in Compliance with HIPAA regulations.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Must be a LPN licensed in the state of Pennsylvania.
• Must have prior experience in long term, skilled nursing, or acute care.
• Knowledge of computer systems in a health care setting

Other Requirements:

• Must deal tactfully, be caring, and compassionate to residents, families, and coworkers. Must be able to work independently.

· Must possess supervisory ability, good communication skills, and the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional staff.

· Must be able to plan and organize schedule to accomplish required level of tasks during workday.

• Must be able to deal tactfully with other staff, residents, family members and other visitors.
• Must be able to follow facility established nursing practices, procedures and guidelines pertaining to the delivery of quality health care services to the residents.
• Must maintain confidentiality of resident information.
• Must be able to lift minimum of (50) fifty pounds.
• Must attend required training and education sessions offered by the facility.

Working Conditions:

• May be exposed to infectious waste and disease (including HBV and HIV).
• Stands, bends, lifts and moves throughout the day.
• May be required to deliver services to residents under many conditions and circumstances including those under emotional stress and hostile residents.

· May be required to work after regular work hours, on holidays and on weekends.

· May be required to work on other shifts other than the one initially hired for.

· Stands, sits, stoops, bends and walks frequently.

• Communicates verbally and in writing.
• Responds to resident calls for assistance.

Efforts have been made to develop a complete job description; however, please be aware that the duties and requirements listed herein are not the only duties, which you may be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from being assigned to you if the work is similar, related, a logical assignment to the position, or is necessary in an emergency situation.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Long term care
• Nursing home

Standard shift:

• Evening shift
• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Holidays
• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Davidsville, PA 15928: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• LPN (Required)

Work Location: One location

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