Nurse Per Diem - Township of Monroe, United States - The Gardens at Monroe Healthcare

The Gardens at Monroe Healthcare
The Gardens at Monroe Healthcare
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Township of Monroe, United States

3 weeks ago

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GENERAL SUMMARY:
The LPN helps to fulfill the care requirements of our residents. Under the direction of the nurse manager, the LPN will work within their entire scope of practice. He/she will be fully accountable for ensuring that competent care and safety are consistently delivered to all residents.


PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Provides nursing care within their scope of practice and in accordance with standards of care established by the facility.
  • Assists with the development and revision of nursing care plans under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. Manages/directs the plan of care by directly administering care or by directing and supervising nursing duties delegated to nursing assistants.
  • Checks and records vital signs on a regular basis following established policy or at own discretion if the need exists.
  • Assists with residents' comfort.
  • Maintains accurate and complete records of nursing care provided.
  • Reports significant observations to the nurse in charge/RN designee and physicians.
  • Reports pertinent changes in condition to the physician and the resident/health care decision maker.
  • Participates in purposeful daily rounds.
  • Prepares and administers medications after appropriate orientation and instruction.
  • Maintains accurate medication records and observes residents for signs and symptoms of adverse drug reactions.
  • Administers special treatments, procedures, dressing changes, irrigations and other procedures requiring special techniques based on her/his nursing education and scope of practice.
  • Collects specimens.
  • Accompanies physician on rounds when necessary; reviews physician's orders, medications, and records to ensure prompt and accurate execution.
  • Attends staff education, training and other required meetings.
  • Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work space.
  • Answers resident call lights promptly.
  • May come in contact with blood and other infectious materials, follows Universal Precautions Directs and provides assistance, observes, and monitors the activities of Nursing Assistants.
  • Contributes to the evaluation of CNA performance as requested.
  • Assure that the HIPAA and Assignment of Benefits/Medical Treatment Consent forms have been signed upon resident's admission and placed in the Admission Director's mailbox for processing the next day.
  • Other related duties and responsibilities as may be assigned, within the scope of her/his education and under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

  • Empathy and compassion
  • Effective verbal and written communication
  • Ability to read, write, and speak English
  • Astute observation skills
  • Ability to follow set rules and protocols
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Sense of responsibility
  • Desire to work with others
  • Understand and carry out exactly, detailed oral and written instructions
  • Ability to keep records and make reports
  • Ability to secure cooperation with residents
  • Possess a working knowledge of nursing techniques and their relation to medical and surgical practices

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

  • Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
  • Must be 18 years of age or older

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

  • Current Basic Life Support (CPR) certification
  • Current Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state
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