LPN, 7PM-7AM, LTC

TREZEVANT EPISCOPAL HOME•Memphis, TN

5d•$24 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Provides professional nursing care according to the ANA Standards of Nursing Practice, in conformance with the scope of practice, plan of care and physician/nursing orders ensuring that highest quality of nursing care is delivered in accordance with the established standards and procedures.

Requirements

Maintain a State of TN or a multi-state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Must possess a current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

Administer medicines (p.o., IM, subq), manage IV's effectively; perform special care treatments and procedures such as dressings, foley catheterizations, operation of pumps, special beds as ordered per policy and procedure.
Process medical and nursing orders, according to facility policy and procedure.
Operate necessary equipment properly to carry out physician orders.
Intervene, according to facility policy and procedure, in emergencies and life-threatening situations.
Report timely with pertinent data in a concise manner between outgoing and incoming shifts.
Perform other activities as assigned.
Chart significant and meaningful observations of the residents reflecting nursing process.
Assess and identify resident problems, symptoms, and behavioral changes.
Supervise ancillary nursing staff effectively.
Collaborate with all members of the health care team to promote quality resident care.
Communicate with physicians as necessary.
Communication skills reflect caring and respect for residents, families and other members of the health care team.
Knowledgeable legal guidelines and ethical standards of the LPN in the state of Tennessee.
Attend 12 in-service programs yearly to maintain competency expectations.
Knowledge of Trezevant’s Mission, Vision and Values.
Report for work on time, as scheduled as outlined in the Employee Handbook.