Licensed Practical Nurse

TownTasks

Location: Salisbury, North Carolina, USA

Category:

Salary: 0 - 0 USD / hourly

Full-time

Job Description

<ul><li>Maintains consistent assignments, as much as possible.</li><li>Uses an ADL documentation system to validate proper care in fluid consumption, bowel elimination, and other activities of daily living.</li><li>Demonstrates knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care to Residents with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems.</li><li>Works with the RN and/or MD/DO to appropriately orient/train less experienced LPNs/ LVNs and/or Nursing assistants (NAs)/ Health Technicians (HTs) in relation to acceptable standards of practice in promoting optimal Resident care delivery.</li><li>Demonstrates knowledge and skill sufficient to prepare, administer and appropriately document actions taken specific to commonly prescribe medications.</li><li>Consistently documents observations and responds to requests for assistance in a friendly and cooperative manner.</li><li>Participates in cultural transformation activities and promotes a homelike environment for Residents.</li><li>Monitors for safety and assures proper implementation of safety protocols.</li><li>Provides care that maintains Resident's dignity and privacy.</li><li>Employs meaningful activities and engages Residents in Restorative Care programs.</li><li>Maintains confidentiality and adheres to Infection Control standards.</li><li>Supports Residents in coping with physical limitations and engages them in learning new skills for independence.</li></ul>

Responsibilities

Maintains consistent assignments, as much as possible.
Uses an ADL documentation system to validate proper care in fluid consumption, bowel elimination, and other activities of daily living.
Demonstrates knowledge and ability to provide a full range of practical nursing care to Residents with a variety of physical and/or behavioral problems.
Works with the RN and/or MD/DO to appropriately orient/train less experienced LPNs/ LVNs and/or Nursing assistants (NAs)/ Health Technicians (HTs) in relation to acceptable standards of practice in promoting optimal Resident care delivery.
Demonstrates knowledge and skill sufficient to prepare, administer and appropriately document actions taken specific to commonly prescribe medications.
Consistently documents observations and responds to requests for assistance in a friendly and cooperative manner.
Participates in cultural transformation activities and promotes a homelike environment for Residents.
Monitors for safety and assures proper implementation of safety protocols.
Provides care that maintains Resident's dignity and privacy.
Employs meaningful activities and engages Residents in Restorative Care programs.
Maintains confidentiality and adheres to Infection Control standards.
Supports Residents in coping with physical limitations and engages them in learning new skills for independence.

Qualifications

United States Citizenship
English Language Proficiency
Graduate of a school of practical or vocational nursing
Active, full, current and unrestricted licensure as a Graduate Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse
Experience providing care for individuals with dementia and charge nurse experience preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Perks & Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package
Access to federal benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on position type and status

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