Licensed Practical Nurse - Elder Care Program

Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde•Grand Ronde, OR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the management of Elder Care Program (ECP) resident services, adhering to regulatory principles and the oversight of policies and procedures for the care of the elder and disabled residents. Coordinates ECP activities in accordance with policy and procedure. Maintains and provides all data as requested and/or required. Accurately records patient information in Electronic Health Record (EHR). Contact with other departments/programs to coordinate patient care. Coordinates patient care with other departments. Conducts assessments of potential residents and develops service plans, schedules and updates service information as indicated by resident need. Engages resident and family participation in service/care planning by explaining approaches and involving them in teaching programs. Conduct (or ensure occurrence of) on-going care conferences/assessments as per policies and procedures with family members/resident representatives. Monitors residents’ physical and mental functioning psychological well-being and nutritional status to ensure care needs are met in accordance with resident service plans. Notifies manager, physician and family and takes appropriate action when significant changes in condition occur. Participates in written plan of care for each resident and reviews resident’s medical nursing treatments to ensure they are in accordance with the resident’s care plan and wishes. Performs or coordinates direct resident care as necessary or appropriate. Assists with monthly resident meetings regarding the operation and governance of the AFC facilities. Completes the monthly ECP staffing schedule adhering to policies and procedures and submitting to supervisor for approval by the 15th of the month prior. Provides staff oversight to ensure safe practices are maintained per policy and procedure and reports back to supervisor when concerns arise. Assists with new caregiver onboarding and ensures all tasks are signed off prior to the completion on training onboarding; as well as completes annual skills checklists with caregivers. Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

Current Oregon LPN license.
Minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
Minimum of one (1) year experience in a clinical setting preferred.
Current CPR/BLS required.
Must maintain a valid Oregon Driver’s License (ODL), meet company vehicle insurance requirements, and provide proof of personal vehicle insurance.
Must be detail oriented with ability to handle high patient volumes.
Must have excellent customer service skills.
Must have knowledge of Licensed Practical Nursing scope of practice.
Ability to operate and maintain medical equipment within the clinic.
Must have knowledge and experience in use of computerized electronic health records and software applications.
Working knowledge of sterile technique and special procedures applicable to care delivered.
Requires working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene, and basic health and safety precautions applicable to health clinic setting.
Adherences to the organization’s policies and procedures covering the privacy, access, and patient health information in compliance with Federal and state laws.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients and clinic staff.
Native American applicants preferred; knowledge of Native American culture required.
Candidates for this position will be subject to criminal and character background checks and may be subject to fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

One (1) year experience in a clinical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists in the management of Elder Care Program (ECP) resident services, adhering to regulatory principles and the oversight of policies and procedures for the care of the elder and disabled residents.
Coordinates ECP activities in accordance with policy and procedure.
Maintains and provides all data as requested and/or required.
Accurately records patient information in Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Contact with other departments/programs to coordinate patient care.
Coordinates patient care with other departments.
Conducts assessments of potential residents and develops service plans, schedules and updates service information as indicated by resident need.
Engages resident and family participation in service/care planning by explaining approaches and involving them in teaching programs.
Conduct (or ensure occurrence of) on-going care conferences/assessments as per policies and procedures with family members/resident representatives.
Monitors residents’ physical and mental functioning psychological well-being and nutritional status to ensure care needs are met in accordance with resident service plans.
Notifies manager, physician and family and takes appropriate action when significant changes in condition occur.
Participates in written plan of care for each resident and reviews resident’s medical nursing treatments to ensure they are in accordance with the resident’s care plan and wishes.
Performs or coordinates direct resident care as necessary or appropriate.
Assists with monthly resident meetings regarding the operation and governance of the AFC facilities.
Completes the monthly ECP staffing schedule adhering to policies and procedures and submitting to supervisor for approval by the 15th of the month prior.
Provides staff oversight to ensure safe practices are maintained per policy and procedure and reports back to supervisor when concerns arise.
Assists with new caregiver onboarding and ensures all tasks are signed off prior to the completion on training onboarding; as well as completes annual skills checklists with caregivers.
Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor.