Full-Time Day Licensed Practical Nurse - SNF- Boise

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CARE GROUP•Boise, ID

3d•$32 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to residents and supervises day-to-day nursing activities performed by licensed practical/vocational nurses and certified nursing assistants, following applicable regulations, guidelines, and facility policies. The position reports to the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, or Unit Nurse Manager and may oversee Certified Nursing Assistants, Medication Technicians/Aides, and Restorative Aides. The LPN supports holistic resident care through assessment, medication administration, wound care, care planning, resident and family communication, and coordination with the interdisciplinary team. The role also promotes resident rights, infection control, safety, confidentiality, regulatory compliance, and effective teamwork. Work takes place at the nursing station and throughout the facility. The position may involve frequent interruptions, emergency call-back, and work beyond normal hours, including weekends and holidays when necessary.

Requirements

A nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
Current unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the practicing state.
Current CPR certification.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to deal tactfully with residents, families, staff, visitors, government agencies, and the public.
Patience, tact, and willingness to work with difficult residents, family members, and staff.
Ability to communicate information concerning a resident’s condition and follow oral and written instructions.
Leadership and supervisory ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise personnel.
Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday and assist with resident evacuation during emergencies.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting, and make other common physical movements required for the position.
Must meet facility general health requirements, including medical and physical exams and immunity-status checks.
Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of others in the workplace.
Must comply with facility policies, procedures, ethics and compliance standards, and applicable state and federal regulations.
Must maintain confidentiality of protected health information and report suspected noncompliance or resident mistreatment.
Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends or holidays when necessary, and be subject to emergency call-back.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in long-term care is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Direct daily activities of licensed practical/vocational nurses and certified nursing assistants in accordance with regulations and facility policies.
Follow the nursing model to promote holistic resident care and ensure nursing personnel comply with policies and procedures.
Participate in resident admissions, discharges, and transfers as required.
Assess changes in residents’ status, notify physicians and residents’ families or representatives, and document accordingly.
Transcribe physician orders into medical records and carry them out as written.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered and observe for adverse effects.
Perform wound treatments as ordered, observe for changes, and document accordingly.
Schedule resident follow-up appointments and transportation as needed.
Provide nursing leadership to assigned personnel and perform rounds to ensure resident needs are met and staff duties are performed.
Provide direct care, including colostomy changes, tube feedings, wound care, suctioning, and IV administration, as assigned and in accordance with policies.
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and participate in management team meetings as indicated.
Assist with evaluating nursing personnel performance and implement discipline as directed and according to operational policies.
Communicate concerns or complaints to appropriate departments and file grievances as necessary.
Report incidents and unusual occurrences and participate in investigations as needed.
Participate in end-of-life care as required.
Ensure adequate stocks of medications, supplies, and equipment and notify appropriate personnel of needs.
Initiate, review, and update care plans as required.
Promote teamwork, mutual respect, and effective communication.
Participate in inspection surveys and QAPI activities as needed or assigned.
Ensure infection-control principles are followed and help correct deficiencies.
Treat residents with dignity and respect, protect their rights, and report allegations of abuse, neglect, exploitation, or mistreatment.
Maintain confidentiality of protected health information and report policy violations, confidentiality breaches, retaliation, or discrimination to appropriate personnel.
Follow safety, hygiene, infection-control, and emergency procedures; participate in life-safety and emergency drills and training.
Report occupational exposures, work-related injuries, and illnesses in accordance with facility policy.
Complete assigned training and skills competency requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.