LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and at appropriate time according to physician and resident service plan.
• Document medications administered and those not given according to regulations and policies and procedures.
• Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
• Document information pertaining to changes in resident’s functional status, personal needs, appointments, vitals, etc.
• Complete incident reports and documentation on resident’s record.
• Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up.
• Report concerns about residents to Resident Care Coordinator/Director of Nursing and/or Executive Director.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene and mobility.
• Assist residents with oxygen and other medical problems outlined in the assistance plan.
• Assist with resident laundry, daily bed making, and serving meals, as requested.
• Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to DON
• Encourage socialization among residents and promote activities, assisting with activities as requested.
• Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
• Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents.
• Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils.
• Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services
• Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
• Other duties as assigned

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

• LPN license in state where working
• Experience in medication administration and medications
• Basic First Aid Training
• Experience in working with older adults

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Promote teamwork in providing services to resident.
• Nursing standards of practice for older adults
• State and Federal Guidelines for Assisted Living
• HIPAA requirements
• Ability to organize and prioritize with good attention to detail
• Safe food handling procedures