Licensed Practical Nurse 12 Hour Nights

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following description of job responsibilities and standards is intended to reflect the major responsibilities and essential duties of the job but is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities as may be assigned from time to time:

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      Responsible for the total nursing care of residents as directed by the Medical Director, attending physician, Director of Nursing and designated alternates. 

·     Will make daily residents visits and will observe and evaluate physical, emotional and social needs of the resident and will complete appropriate reports and documentation. Will notify clinical coordinator and/or physician of resident status via written and verbal communication. 
 

·     Participates in the resident care review process and assists in establishing resident goals, problem resolutions, approaches and revisions as needed; utilizes multidisciplinary team strategies.

·     Prepares assessments, resident care plans, and documents in the medical record according to established guidelines and procedures.

·     Is responsible for charting in residents medical chart according to facility policy and procedure and nursing standards of practice. 

·      Is responsible for execution of the doctor’s orders as written. Will bring any concerns of validity or implementation of an order to the appropriate supervisor’s attention immediately.

·      Is responsible for the proper and accurate administration of medications and recording of medications given in the Medical Administration Record (MAR).

·     Supervises and delegates responsibilities for direct care staff per resident’s needs. Responsible for ensuring direct care staff completes daily tasks as assigned. 

·     Maintains inventory of nursing supplies by verifying inventory levels; anticipates needed supplies;

      places supply orders; verify receipt of supplies; uses equipment and supplies as needed to meet the needs of the resident.

·    Will assist physicians with examinations and treatments as needed. 

·    Is responsible for notifying the physician and family of death during shift of duty.

·    Monitor’s resident’s nursing care to ensure that resident’s rights are maintained.

·    Will assist in orientation, training, assessment and evaluation of all assigned staff.

·    Protects organization's value by keeping resident’s personal health information confidential per

      HIPAA guidelines.

• Adheres to facility’s safety and infection control policies.
• Participates in and completes all mandatory in in-services and educational opportunities as directed; maintains professional licensure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS:

Supports the mission and vision of Marwood through behaviors that reflect and integrate our values, as evidenced by observation, peer and customer feedback:         

• Acts in the best interest of the customer; keeps customers informed.
• Listens to the needs of the customer and responds with empathy.
• Presents a caring and professional image.
• Protects the safety of residents and co-workers.
• Speaks well of Marwood, co-workers and healthcare partners.
• Appreciates the contributions and respects the differences of others.
• Cooperates with others to achieve a common goal.
• Uses time, supplies and equipment with respect.
• Improves self and organization through education, innovation and change.