Staff Nurse, LPN WEW 6a-6p

United Church Homes•Fairborn, OH

About The Position

The Staff Nurse (LPN) works within the scope of practice to coordinate care delivery and interventions for approximately 25 residents in an assigned area. Care must follow professional practice standards, physician orders, community policies and procedures, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations. The role includes assessing residents under RN supervision; administering medications, treatments, and emergency care; documenting residents’ conditions and responses; coordinating with physicians, nursing staff, families, and other departments; and supporting admissions, discharges, and transfers. The nurse also helps maintain quality, safe, person-centered care, including special care protocols for residents in the Special Care Unit.

Requirements

Successful completion of a state-approved pre-licensure nursing education program.
Active LPN license conferred by the State Board of Nursing.
CPR certification.
Must obtain and maintain mandatory state and federal requirements and certifications for the practice or occupation.
Good foundational knowledge of pharmacology, treatments, issues concerning older adults, dementia, diseases, and side effects.
Ability to read, write, understand, and speak English.
Ability to work with elderly residents, families, and other healthcare staff.
Demonstrated interpersonal skills, particularly when working with patients’ family members.
Working knowledge of different cultures and religions.
Ability to use WiFis, pagers, PointClickCare, computers, sit-to-stand equipment, Hoyer lifts, and gait belts.
Ability to adhere to the terms and conditions in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in nursing and/or long-term care.
Ability to operate a computer and use the Internet and basic office equipment.
Additional training in caring for and treating residents with dementia for special care/dementia care employees.

Responsibilities

Manage resident treatments and distribute and administer prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing protocols, including IVs when certified.
Assess residents under RN supervision and participate in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating resident care and family or significant-other education.
Assist with initial and ongoing nursing assessments, care plans, care conferences, and evaluation of care interventions.
Make resident rounds to ensure care meets quality standards and restorative protocols.
Use infection-control, sterile, and isolation techniques as appropriate.
Monitor vital signs, hydration, weight, nutritional status, and other indicators; recognize deviations or risks and report concerns.
Receive, transcribe, and implement physician orders; arrange diagnostic and therapeutic services; request medications, supplies, and equipment.
Perform and oversee nursing procedures and treatments, including catheter and ostomy care, tube feeding, suctioning, oxygen administration, glucometer checks, specimen collection, and infusion-related care, as applicable.
Use appropriate assessment, positioning, transfer, range-of-motion, and emergency-response techniques, including CPR and use of an ambu bag.
Record residents’ responses to treatments and medications, progress toward care-plan goals, changes in condition, incidents, and required follow-up.
Complete medical forms, reports, evaluations, studies, charting, and other documentation according to policies and procedures.
Coordinate with dining services regarding special dietary needs; monitor residents at risk for nutritional problems and follow up on recommendations.
Report discrepancies in physician orders, diet changes, charting, or other matters to the supervisor or appropriate department.
Interpret policies and procedures for personnel, residents, visitors, and government agencies as required.
Support resident rights and conduct investigations related to alleged abuse when appropriate.
Ensure nursing assistants know and follow resident care plans; monitor nursing personnel’s performance and documentation.
Oversee resident admissions, discharges, and transfers, including assessments, orders, education, paperwork, coordination, and accurate documentation.
Coordinate nursing support with other departments and services to provide holistic resident care and educate and support families.
Assist physicians during rounds and examinations as needed.
Participate in nursing staff assessment, planning, education, and coordination across departments.
Maintain confidentiality, communicate effectively with residents and families, and handle unusual occurrences calmly and logically.
Follow safety and security protocols, including those applicable to the Special Care Unit, and provide care in accordance with special care protocols.
Participate in relevant training and perform other duties as assigned or directed.