Licensed Practical Nurse 7P 7A

SR COMPANIES LLC•Lake Oconee, GA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for enhancing the SRIM experience through heartfelt care for residents and their families and promoting the organization’s Golden Rule value. The role performs assigned nursing procedures, assists with resident admissions and activities of daily living as needed, administers prescribed medications, and supervises non-licensed nursing staff. The position also supports resident evaluations, documentation, incident follow-up, regulatory compliance, and a safe, dignified care environment. The nurse is considered essential personnel, particularly during emergencies, and may take on other reasonable duties or special assignments.

Requirements

Valid state-specific nursing license.
High school diploma or GED, and one to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and present information and respond to questions.
Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to solve practical problems, manage concrete variables with limited standardization, and interpret written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule-based instructions.
Knowledge of word-processing software and electronic medical records.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including regularly standing, walking, using hands, reaching, and talking or hearing; frequently stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; occasionally sitting, climbing, balancing, and tasting or smelling; and occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform essential duties, with reasonable accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Use sound decision-making and manage priorities.
Accept calls from staff during nights and weekends.
Communicate with the oncoming and departing licensed practical nurse about resident conditions and shift occurrences.
Ensure communications are clear, accurate, and timely.
Count controlled substances with the off-going nurse and verify the count before accepting keys.
Check, order, and administer prescribed medications accurately; ensure correct dosage by not pre-pouring medications.
Demonstrate knowledge of medication interactions and side effects, and keep the medication cart locked.
Obtain pertinent information and complete required forms upon resident admission.
Complete and maintain ECC and LNS logs, service plans, progress notes, and monthly summaries, and follow healthcare provider orders.
Assist with resident evaluations as needed and provide hands-on care as needed.
Work with the ADORS to review and investigate incident reports and recommend action and follow-up to the DORS or executive director.
Understand and follow assisted-living regulations and healthcare laws.
Maintain a safe and secure work environment and use safe working habits and proper body mechanics.
Follow established emergency policies and procedures.
Provide daily feedback to nursing associates and participate in performance evaluations when requested by the DORS.
Ensure associates participate in resident activities as described in the activities calendar.
Respond promptly and courteously to requests for assistance from residents, families, and visitors.
Maintain a safe, clean, orderly environment and support a dignified, caring atmosphere.
Wear clean and appropriate attire according to policy and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Take initiative, seek additional information, offer suggestions, and perform other reasonable duties or special assignments as requested.
Directly supervise Resident Services/Nursing Department employees, including training, planning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints, and resolving problems.