Wellness Clinic-LPN

The Sharon at SouthPark•Charlotte, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for participating in assessing, implementing, and documenting resident care as ordered by a physician, with the continuous availability of a registered nurse. The Sharon at SouthPark is a continuing care retirement community for senior residents, offering independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing care. Our mission is to enrich the lives of those we serve by providing a nurturing environment that fosters joy, purpose, and well-being, guided by principles of stewardship, unity, purpose, excellence in service, respect, and beauty.

Requirements

Ability to triage and provide skilled nursing care to residents and employees.
Ability to communicate effectively; orally and in writing.
Ability to work with necessary medical equipment and perform required tests and treatments as ordered by a physician, per facility policies and procedures.
Ability to function effectively within a team environment.
Ability to deal effectively with confused and/or agitated residents.
High School Diploma required.
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current unencumbered North Carolina Licensed Practical Nurse license required.
Ability to identify special resident problems and report them immediately to supervising nurse.
Ability to identify safety hazards and emergency situations, initiate corrective action as necessary and/or seek assistance of supervising nurse.
Recognition that errors in judgment may jeopardize the safety of the residents.
Proof of Influenza vaccine and/or approved medical/religious exemption is required for all employees.

Nice To Haves

Prior customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Utilize nursing knowledge and skills in the safe implementation of basic preventative, therapeutic, and rehabilitative nursing care of assigned patients.
Perform delegated independent nursing functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards.
Perform triaging via telephone and in-person, of residents and employees, taking further action as findings indicate.
Handle emergency situations in a prompt, precise, professional, and safe manner, determining appropriate interventions and notifying relevant parties.
Complete incident reports and applicable follow-up forms accurately and timely.
Prepare and administer medications, tests, and treatments accurately, observing patient response, and documenting outcomes.
Participate in ongoing patient assessment and evaluate patient responses to nursing actions under the guidance of a registered nurse.
Document changes in patient conditions and notify physician, responsible party, and supervising RN of changes.
Complete appropriate documentation and other record-keeping duties in patient's electronic medical records (Point Click Care).
Communicate with internal and external physicians regarding patient care and condition.
Transcribe, clarify, coordinate, and implement physician orders.
Communicate with residents, physicians, family members, and other members of the health care team.
Comply with company policies, procedures, and related local, state, and federal regulations.
Maintain accountability for controlled substances and inventories medications at the beginning and end of each shift with another licensed nurse.
Support the facility's medical supply system and follow procedures for patient charge items.
Follow clinic fee schedule with regards to patient charges for time and services rendered.
Remain current on nursing techniques and advances by attending in-services, workshops, seminars, and continuing education opportunities.
Ensure supplies and equipment necessary for patient care are stored in an organized, safe, and efficient manner.
Communicate and coordinate resident medication orders with Pharmacy as needed.