Licensed Practical Nurse (Lpn)

Integritus Healthcare•Great Barrington, MA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our caring, compassionate team. Nurses plan, monitor, and provide nursing care to the residents within the facility. The successful candidate will work within their entire scope of practice, ensuring the utmost in competent care and safety is consistently delivered to all residents. Fairview Commons offers high-quality short-term rehabilitation, compassionate long-term care, and specialized dementia care for when care needs progress beyond assisted living.

Requirements

Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Massachusetts (MA)

Nice To Haves

Registered Nurse (RN)

Responsibilities

Provide basic nursing care such as checking blood pressure, inserting catheters, and helping comfort patients by performing tasks such as changing and dressing.
Document accurate and ongoing assessment of patient status.
Teach patient/significant other appropriate health information in a timely manner and share written informational material, as applicable.
Perform direct patient care, using established procedures, policies, and standards
Prepare and administer medications according to policy and procedure.
Observe and document patients’ responses to pertinent medications.
Demonstrate ability to handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise, and professional manner.
Admit, transfer, and discharge residents as required.
Receive phone orders from physicians and record on the Physician’s Order Form.
Chart all reports of accidents/incidents involving residents.
Follow established procedures.
Verify the identity of each resident before administering the medication/treatment.
Ensure adequate medications, supplies, and equipment are available.
Report needs to DON.
Ensure narcotic records are accurate for your shift.
Notify DON of all drug and narcotic discrepancies.
Give a thorough, concise report at change of shift.
Communicate pertinent information to the appropriate person in a timely manner.