Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Tittle: LVN/LPN - Long Term Care

Job Location: Kane, PA

Shift: Days(6:00 AM - 6:00 PM)

Duration: Permanent

GENERAL DUTIES

Physician's Computer Company: EHR/EMR

Administers and records medication, treatments and monitoring e.g. glucose checks, as ordered and reports and documents resident response

Accurately transcribes physician's orders

Completes monthly summaries as scheduled

Reviews the care plan with NAs on monthly summary day and updates the care plan to reflect the resident’s current condition.

Notifies the RN Supervisor immediately of a significant change in resident’s condition

Reports and records changes in resident condition to the RN Supervisor

Communicates resident transfers to immediate family and via email to department heads

Completes transfer form for all transfers

Updates care plans with clear, concise, time limited goals to reflect resident condition and directs team to implement approaches

Assists physicians with rounds, examinations and treatments as needed

Collects laboratory specimens e.g.: urine, cultures, stool, etc. and arranges for delivery to Hospital with accurate and complete requisitions. Documents in PCC when laboratory work is done

On resident death, supervises and assists with post mortem procedures. Assists with collection of resident's clothing and belongings. Notifies all department heads of death via email, makes phone calls as directed by RN Supervisor

Encourages resident participation in scheduled activities

Reports to team changes in resident condition, care plan changes and any special assignments to be carried out

Assists RN Supervisor with annual evaluations of nursing assistants

Along with RN Supervisor, writes commendations and counseling records as needed

Accurately completes incident reports or assists team members in writing report

Documents weights and vital signs and follows up as needed, including reweighing residents if there is a three pound or more discrepancy from the last weight

Cleans and stocks treatment trays daily

Prepares daily report for the wing

Counts narcotics with another nurse at beginning and end of shift

Maintains an accurate inventory of resident belongings - notes new items brought in and items removed from facility

Maintains work area in clean, orderly condition. Performs housekeeping assignments as scheduled

Submits maintenance requests as needed

Maintains a clean, safe and healthy environment and reports potential safety hazards

Supervises and directs resident care by nursing assistants to insure the prescribed plan of care is carried out

Performs additional duties as directed by supervisor

Attends care plan conference for residents on assigned wing if requested

Assists in orientation of new nursing staff

Adjusts staffing assignments as needed to insure good resident care

Conducts team conferences as needed

Assures that staff is familiar with changes in policies and procedures

Updates the daily census as needed

Monitors NA documentation for completeness and compliance with regulations

Collects data for quality assurance studies as directed

Monitors nurse aide job performance for compliance with infection control practices

Provides direct care for residents as needed, within restrictions

Seeks clarification or guidance to perform job responsibilities when in doubt

Documents drug disposal on resident charts in PCC.

Attends in-services, department and staff meetings, committee meetings as required

Assist CNA’s on the hall as needed

DRESS CODE

Uniforms –Any colored scrubs

Shoes - clean and in good repair - no open toe sandals

Hair - clean

Sweaters - cardigans, vests of any color

Jewelry - no large or dangling earrings or necklaces.

No heavy perfumes

Name tags - worn daily

No short or jogging pants

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Good physical health and mental alertness to be capable of performing job functions and complete work assignments in a timely manner

Ability to pass employment physicals and as required

Knowledge of principles of good body mechanics

Have physician permission to perform duties outlined in the transitional duty job description

Must be free of communicable disease

Benefits (100% employer paid unless candidate takes premium rates):

401(k)

Continuing education credits

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Free parking

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off (72 hours/year)

Paid training

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Interview Process:

1st Interview Phone Screen with CEO

2nd Interview with HR, DON, ADON, and CEO (via Zoom Video)

3rd interview with members of the team (via Zoom Video)

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

Nursing Home Experience - a plus

New Grads welcome to apply

BLS (AHA) - Required

COVID Vaccine - Preferred but not required

Must possess a current license in PA or a temporary work permit - Required at time of Interview!

Must possess knowledge of: medical asepsis, body mechanics, personal care of residents, correct use and care of equipment, observation techniques, reporting and recording, thorough knowledge of nursing theory and it's application

Must be willing to possess knowledge of and comply with regulations, policies, procedures, contracts and philosophy of the institution

Must maintain a courteous and professional manner toward residents, visitors and co-workers and a dedication to meet the needs of the elderly

Must have awareness of cost containment, utilize time fully, and properly care for equipment

Must possess ability to accept and follow written and verbal directives

Must utilize good communication and observation skills

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

BLS

STATE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Pennsylvania

ADDITIONAL LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Must have Current PA license or have applied for PA license at the time of interview!