Licensed Practical Nurse

HarborChase of Madison•Madison, CT

13h

About The Position

Provides direct, individual nursing care to assigned residents in accordance with nursing standards and under the supervision of the Director of Resident Care (DRC). Maintains compliance with state and federal regulations and HRA standards. The role includes delivering and documenting care, implementing plans of care, administering medications, responding to incidents and emergencies, and supporting resident safety, rights, and self-care. The nurse also helps organize and monitor associates and material resources needed to meet residents’ needs, maintains a safe and healthy work environment, and contributes to community meetings and activities when able. Associates are expected to protect confidential resident information, take responsibility for their own safety and residents’ safety, and disclose medications that could affect their ability to perform the job safely or competently.

Responsibilities

Ensure quality and safe delivery of health services to residents.
Implement plans of care formulated by the physician and DRC.
Document care accurately and promptly.
Provide residents and their families or caregivers with information relevant to diagnoses or plans of care.
Administer medications according to physician orders, document them on the MAR, observe for adverse reactions, and notify the physician as appropriate.
Assemble resident charts and records and ensure required forms are complete and accurate.
Prepare incident and accident reports as required by policy; notify the physician and family after incidents or accidents and document appropriately.
Maintain a safe and healthy working environment and use safe work methods and procedures in accordance with clinical standards.
Assist residents in learning appropriate self-care activities.
Organize and monitor associates and material resources needed to meet the needs of residents under the nurse’s care.
Recognize emergencies and life-threatening situations and initiate appropriate actions.
Maintain confidentiality and protect residents’ rights regarding personal information.
Perform other duties requested by the supervisor.
Take ownership of associate and resident safety and work in a safe and alert manner.
Lead by example, exhibit CORE Values through servant leadership, encourage teamwork, and promote company philosophy.
Attend required community meetings and participate in Life Enrichment activities when able.
Complete required courses in adherence with HRA University.
Report a missing person using the Safe Return program or an equivalent process.
Help maintain a safe and secure environment for all community residents.
Be prompt and perform required duties on a regular, predictable basis.
Disclose medications that might impair the ability to perform the job safely or competently.