LVN PRN 10AM-6PM

Job Summary

He/She is responsible for the care of the residents in a designated area of the facility. He/She communicates with off going and arriving shifts of personnel to assure the continuum of quality of care. Makes rounds, evaluating the physical, emotional and social needs of the residents making sure these are being met through the staff assigned to work with each group of residents. Assesses assigned staff's ability to provide for each resident's needs and provides intervention as indicated. Supervises the care provided by the Certified Nursing Aides assigned to the unit, providing intervention, and education as indicated. Makes adjustments in assignments as indicated. Prepares and administers medications and treatments according to procedures. Consults with physicians, receives, records and transcribes orders as required . Makes rounds with physicians when necessary. Reviews resident's care plans and assures these plans are followed. Documents on records as per policy and procedures of the facility. Participates in the evaluation of the employees working under his/her supervision. Participates in staff meetings and in-services as required.

The Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse is responsible to the Director of Nursing and /or the Assistant Director of Nursing.

Education

He/She must be a graduate of an accredited school of nursing currently registered with the state agency for nursing licensure and hold a valid nursing license in the state he/she is employed.

Must have an maintain a License according to the Board of Nurse Examiners (BNE). Must continue to maintain background checks in good standing according to the requirements of Department of Aging & Disability Services (DADS).

Qualifications

1. 1. Demonstrates leadership and managerial ability.
2. 2. Has the ability to organize, plan and supervise care and the Certified Nursing Aides assigned to work a designated unit and shift.
3. 3. Maintains effective interpersonal relationships.
4. 4. Is of good emotional, mental and physical health, having sound judgment and high professional standards.
5. 5. Must be willing and capable of providing emergency assistance to residents as indicated.
6. 6. Is courteous in working with residents, families and employees.
7. 7. Maintains a neat, well-groomed and professional appearance at all times.
8. 8. Has a desire to work with the geriatric resident and their current and prospective needs.
9. 9. Must be willing to be in the facility ready to begin assigned duties on time.
10. 10. Must be willing to be in the facility during weekdays as well as weekend hours.

Responsibilities