Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide Direct Care to the residents, including but not limited to: feeding, bathing, dressing, assisting with ambulation. Supervising meals.
• Make necessary doctor's appointments for residents if their care needs to be maintained outside of the facility.
• Meet with family members regarding resident concerns, and residents plan of care.
• Document on all care provided in the resident's medical record.
• Direct the day-to-day functions of the nursing assistants and lead by example
• Provide leadership to nursing personnel assigned to your unit/shift
• Complete and file required record-keeping forms/charts and chart nurse’s notes in a clear and descriptive manner
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered by the physician
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with inter-departmental personnel and other departments within the facility
• Monitor and supervise your assigned personnel to ensure compliance with established safety regulations and procedures