LVN

PACS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this job position is to provide direct nursing care to residents and to supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants. This supervision must be in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern the facility, and as may be required by the Director of Nursing Services or Nurse Supervisor to ensure the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. The role involves administrative functions, charting and documentation, drug administration, personnel management, direct nursing care, staff development, safety and sanitation, equipment and supply management, and care plan and assessment coordination. The position requires a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state and current CPR certification. Knowledge and experience with PCC is preferred. The role also requires maintaining all required continuing education/licensing and remaining in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times. The position is full-time with a NOC shift opening.

Requirements

Must possess, as a minimum, a Nursing Degree from an accredited college or university, or be a graduate of an approved LPN/LVN program.
Must possess a current, unencumbered, active license to practice as an LPN/LVN in this state.
Current CPR certification.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
Ability to read technical procedures.
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.
Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.
Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work and team concept.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must be knowledgeable of nursing and medical practices and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to nursing care facilities.
Must possess leadership and supervisory ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.
Must possess the ability to plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies and procedures, etc., that are necessary for providing quality care.
Must have patience, tact, a cheerful disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents.
Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing nursing practices.
Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Must maintain all required continuing education/licensing.
Must remain in good standing with the State Board of Nursing at all times.
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.
Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies.
Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and experience with PCC preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care to residents.
Supervise the day-to-day nursing activities performed by nursing assistants.
Ensure that all nursing personnel assigned comply with facility policies and procedures.
Participate in the development, maintenance, and implementation of the facility’s quality assurance program.
Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician.
Verify the identity of the resident before administering medication/treatment.
Ensure that narcotic records are accurate for your shift.
Participate in employee performance evaluations.
Provide leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift.
Make daily rounds to ensure nursing personnel are performing work assignments correctly.
Inform nursing personnel of new admissions, their expected time of arrival, and room assignment.
Ensure that rooms are ready for new admissions.
Participate in the orientation of new residents/family members to the facility.
Requisition and arrange for diagnostic and therapeutic services as ordered by the physician.
Consult with the resident’s physician regarding resident care, treatment, and rehabilitation.
Implement and maintain established nursing objectives and standards.
Administer professional services such as catheterization, tube feedings, suction, applying and changing dressings, colostomy and drainage bags, taking blood, giving massages and range of motion exercises, and care for the dead/dying.
Participate in developing, planning, conducting, and scheduling in-service training classes.
Implement and maintain an effective orientation program for new employees.
Monitor assigned personnel to ensure they follow established safety regulations.
Ensure that departmental policies and procedures, including dress codes, are followed.
Ensure that all personnel performing tasks involving potential exposure to blood/body fluids participate in appropriate in-service training.
Ensure that all assigned work areas are maintained in a clean and sanitary manner.
Ensure that personnel providing direct care to residents are doing so in accordance with the resident’s care plan and wishes.
Review care plans daily to ensure appropriate care is being rendered.
Inform the Nurse Supervisor of any changes needed on the care plan.
Ensure that nurses’ notes reflect that the care plan is being followed.
Assist the Resident Assessment/Care Plan Coordinator in planning, scheduling, and revising the MDS.
Report suspected or known incidence of fraud relative to false billings, cost reports, kickbacks, etc.