LPN- Licensed Practical Nurse

Dial Silvercrest Corp•Lake Barrington, IL

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Dial is a place where team members can love the way they work, serving and learning from knowledgeable seniors who become like family. The role focuses on infusing happiness into residents' lives, making a difference by adding years to their lives and life to their years. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for administering routine medications to residents in accordance with state regulations and providing personal care services, assistance, support, and supervision to residents.

Requirements

LPN license in state where working
Experience in medication administration and medications
Basic First Aid Training
Experience in working with older adults
Promote teamwork in providing services to resident.
Nursing standards of practice for older adults
State and Federal Guidelines for Assisted Living
HIPAA requirements
Ability to organize and prioritize with good attention to detail
Safe food handling procedures

Responsibilities

Administer medications accurately and at appropriate time according to physician and resident service plan.
Document medications administered and those not given according to regulations and policies and procedures.
Monitor health, safety and well-being of the residents.
Document information pertaining to changes in resident’s functional status, personal needs, appointments, vitals, etc.
Complete incident reports and documentation on resident’s record.
Respond to resident emergencies; provide first-aid assistance and arrange for appropriate medical attention/follow-up.
Report concerns about residents to Resident Care Coordinator/Director of Nursing and/or Executive Director.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, eating, personal hygiene and mobility.
Assist residents with oxygen and other medical problems outlined in the assistance plan.
Assist with resident laundry, daily bed making, and serving meals, as requested.
Identify supplies needed to perform tasks and report needs to DON
Encourage socialization among residents and promote activities, assisting with activities as requested.
Chaperone activities outside the facility when requested.
Maintain a safe, home-like, and pleasant environment for residents.
Practice safety in working around and with equipment, chemicals, tools, and utensils.
Attend regularly scheduled staff meetings and in-services
Report on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, facility operations and personnel.
Other duties as assigned