LPN-All Shifts

PACS

About The Position

The LPN provides direct nursing care to residents and supervises the day-to-day activities of nursing assistants. The role carries delegated administrative authority and accountability for assigned duties and ensures nursing care and staff activities comply with applicable standards, regulations, facility policies, and procedures to maintain high-quality resident care. The position oversees shift operations, staffing coordination, documentation, medication administration, resident assessments and care plans, staff development, safety and infection-control practices, and nursing equipment and supplies. It works with residents, families, physicians, nursing staff, other departments, and government agencies to coordinate care and support residents’ needs. The LPN may work beyond normal working hours, in other positions temporarily when necessary, and may be called back during emergencies.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program or possess a nursing degree from an accredited college or university.
Current, active, unencumbered license to practice as an LPN/LVN in the state.
Current CPR certification.
Maintain required continuing education and licensure and remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English; read technical procedures and policy manuals; communicate resident-condition information; and present information effectively.
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Knowledge of nursing and medical practices and procedures, and of laws, regulations, and guidelines applicable to nursing care facilities.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant, exercise leadership and supervisory skills, plan and organize work, and work harmoniously with others.
Ability to relate to and work tactfully with residents, families, personnel, visitors, agencies, and the public, including people who are ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, or hostile.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of residents; contribute to teamwork and maintain patience, tact, enthusiasm, and a positive disposition.
Ability to move intermittently during the workday; speak and write understandably; see and hear adequately, with prosthetics if needed; and cope with mental and emotional stress.
Ability to push, pull, move, or lift at least 25 pounds to a height of at least 5 feet and carry or move that weight at least 50 feet; may need to assist with resident evacuation.
Meet the facility’s general health requirements, including a medical and physical examination.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Responsibilities

Direct and supervise nursing assistants and other assigned nursing personnel; coordinate shift services, provide leadership, make rounds, and report staffing or performance concerns to the Nurse Supervisor.
Ensure nursing personnel follow facility policies, procedures, job descriptions, care plans, safety practices, and applicable regulations; participate in quality assurance, facility surveys, and policy reviews.
Coordinate nursing care with other departments, physicians, residents, and families, including admissions, transfers, discharges, discharge planning, and resident orientation.
Complete resident records and required documentation, including nursing notes, orders, reports, transfer forms, census information, and accident or incident reports.
Prepare and administer physician-ordered medications and treatments; verify resident identity, maintain accurate narcotic records, monitor medication supplies, and report discrepancies.
Provide and oversee nursing care, monitor residents’ conditions, notify physicians and next of kin of significant changes or incidents, obtain specimens, take and record vital signs, and carry out restorative and rehabilitative programs.
Review resident care plans and charts, ensure care is consistent with residents’ plans and wishes, and collaborate on assessments and care-plan updates.
Participate in staff orientation, in-service training, continuing education, and training related to clinical procedures, infection control, safety, and exposure risks.
Monitor sanitation, infection-control practices, personal protective equipment, emergency preparedness, and safe use of nursing equipment and supplies.
Recommend and maintain adequate medication, equipment, and supply levels; ensure equipment is safely used by trained and authorized personnel.
Report suspected fraud, privacy or information-system violations, hazardous conditions, workplace exposures, and other concerns through established procedures.
Assist with resident evacuation when necessary and follow established post-mortem procedures when applicable.