11pm-7am LPN- Skilled Nursing Facility (PRN)
The Orchard•Ridgeland, MS
•Onsite
About The Position
This position is for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a Skilled Nursing Facility, working on a per diem (PRN) basis. The LPN will be responsible for administering medications, verifying physician orders, maintaining accurate documentation, and supervising aides. The role requires the ability to work under the direction of the Director of Nurses and maintain knowledge of each resident's needs.
Requirements
- Must possess the physical, emotional, & technical abilities to perform job duties
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
Responsibilities
- Work under the direction of the Director of Nurses
- Maintain knowledge of each resident from his/her biosketch and family interview
- Accept & verify resident medications delivered from pharmacy
- Verify receipt of physician orders for medications and other treatments
- Administer medications per physician's order
- Clarify physician orders as needed by calling the physician or his/her designee
- Ensure all medication documentation is current and correct, including medication administration forms, physician orders, change of dosages, etc.
- Ensure medication room is completely stocked with all required continuous, PRN, over the counter, and other medications as ordered by the physician
- Ensure medication room is secured at all times
- Follow facility policies regarding disposal of medications
- Communicate, as needed, with resident family members and other legal representatives in a courteous, professional manner
- Supervises and gives direction to aides
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
