LPN

Daily Rounds: Observes and evaluates the physical and emotional status of all residents and takes necessary action. Assesses residents for physician and specialist needs. Consults with physicians. Receives records and implements orders as required or schedules appointments as directed. Makes rounds with physicians when necessary. Supervision: Monitors/supervises direct care staff in performance of health related duties. Consults with Nursing Supervisors/Unit Managers on issues when necessary. Paperwork: Completes all required paperwork associated with the position as required, to include, but not limited to, incident/accident reports, charting, referrals, admissions, medication, reports to on-coming staff, charting of medication/treatments. Medication and Treatments: Verifies medications from pharmacy for accuracy and notifies supervisor of discrepancies or questions. Prepares and administers medication and treatments according to facility policy and procedures, and in accordance with Nursing Standards of Practice. Responsible for medications and equipment on the unit and maintains a neat and orderly work area. Monitors supplies of necessary materials for nursing care and informs Central Supply or Nursing Supervisor of needs. Documentation: Documents resident health changes via acute care nurse s notes and shift change nursing report sheet. In-House Activities: Assists with in-house activities as nursing schedule permits. Informs staff when residents cannot participate in activities and when they can resume activities. Safety and Cleanliness: Ensures that proper safety measures for residents and personnel are followed and that residents are clean and well groomed. Reports problems to the Unit Manager or Nursing Supervisor. Monitors the cleanliness and working order of resident items such as dentures, glasses and hearing aids. Reports needed repairs to appropriate staff. Other Duties: May be assigned other duties as needed.