SIGN ON BONUS* LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) 7am-7p/7p-7a Position Available In Harnett, North Carolina

Job Description:

LPN/RN Hall Nurse

• Job Description
• Department
• Nursing
• Reportsto
• Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing
• Reporting tothis position
• None
• Job Classification
• Staff Nurse
• PositionPurpose
• Provides nursing care to residents assigned
• RequiredQualifications
• Must be, as a minimum, a graduate of an approvedLPN program.
• Training in rehabilitative and restorative nursingpractices is preferred.
• Must have, as a minimum, training in ahospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medicalfacility
• Current CPR Certification.
• Must function independentlywithin the scope of practice for LPN, have flexibility,
• personalintegrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents,personnel, and support agencies.

Must also meet state requirementsfor relevant licensures or certifications and have no disciplinaryaction in effect against professional license.

• Major Duties andResponsibilities
• Participates in planning and implementing ofyour unit’s activities on the shift and unit as assigned by the DONand/or RN Supervisor.
• Assure that department personnel, residents,visitors, etc. follow established policies and procedures, toinclude safety rules and regulations, by interceding when aviolation occurs.
• Provides accurate and consistent information topersonnel, residents, visitors, family members, etc. as necessary.
• Ensure that resident’s rights to fair and equitable treatment,self-determination, individuality, privacy, property, and civilrights, including the right to a complaint, are followed by alldepartment personnel as given in the facility’s establishedpolicy.
• Maintain

CONFIDENTIALITY

of pe11inent resident careinformation to assure resident rights are protected.

• Assure that astock level of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc. aremaintained at adequate levels. Requisition equipment and supplyneeds as required.
• Notify the resident’s attending/alternatephysician, RN supervisor, as well as the resident’s legal guardianrepresentative, when the resident becomes critically ill, injured,etc. as outlined within our established policies.
• Work with thefacility ‘s consultant s as necessary and implement recommendedchanges as directed by the DON.
• In cases of death, may call thefuneral home as requested by the family, or as otherwise outlinedin our established policies. Assure that the body is properlyprepared/cleaned for pick up. May announce death as allowed withinthis state’s rules.
• Make oral reports/recommendations forinterventions for nursing POC to the supervising RN/DON concerningthe delivery of resident care on the nursing unit/hall assigned.
• Assure that the unit area is maintained in a clean and safe mannerfor resident comfort and convenience by assuring that necessaryequipment and supplies are maintained to perform suchduties/services.
• Notify physician and RN supervisor of residentaccidents/ incidents. Fill out and complete accident/incidentreport forms on all such occurrences and chart such information inthe resident’s medical record as outlined in our establishedpolicies and procedures.
• Take TPRs, blood pressures, etc. andchart as required.
• Gives/receives nursing report upon reporting inand ending shift duty hours.
• To monitor residents throughout theassigned shift to assure that prescribed treatment is beingproperly administered as assigned to other LPNs or delegated tonursing assistants. Record findings in the resident’s chart
• Communicate changes in resident condition to RN as needed accordingto agency policy.
• Prepare/administer medications as ordered by thephysician and according to agency policy (

NOTE:

Another nurse MAYNOT administer medication set up by another nurse)

• 1Chart nurses’notes in an informative and descriptive manner that reflectspertinent information and the care provided as well as the resident’s response to the care.
• Complete required record keepingforms/charts upon the resident’s admission, discharge, transfer,etc. File in the resident’s chart and/or forward to appropriatedepartment.
• Receive verbal orders from attending/alternatephysician and chart on the physician’s order sheet and inform RNsupervisor of changes per this facility’s established policies.
• Assist in orientation of newly assigned unlicensed personnel tofacility-specific nursing procedures assigned by the RN as follows:
• Demonstrating a specific task or technique according to thefacility’s established procedures
• Observing an unlicensedpersonnel return demonstration of a specific task or technique incomparison to the facility’s established step-by-step procedure;and
• Providing data regarding the unlicensed personnel performanceof the nursing task or technique to the registered nurse todetermine competency.
• Submit an order for prescribed medications,supplies, and equipment as established by our policies andprocedures.
• Review physicians orders, transfer/pre-admissioninformation, etc. for completeness
• Orient new residents/familymembers as necessary according to policy
• Forward new diet ordersand/or diet changes to the dietary department
• Transcribephysician’s orders to resident charts, treatment plans, etc. toassure that they remain current.
• Verify the identification of theresident before administering medication, treatment, etc.
• Requisition and arrange either for diagnostic and therapeuticservices, as ordered by the physician, within the facility or byoutside arrangements in accordance with established policies andprocedures.
• Assure that narcotic records are current.
• Admit,transfer, and discharge residents according to policy. Assist inarranging transportation, packing, etc. as necessary.
• Checkcurrent charts for specific treatment, medication orders,schedules, etc.
• Administer nursing interventions, such ascatheterization; tube feedings; suction; applying and changingdressings/bandages, packs, colostomy and drainage bags; takingblood, sputum, urine specimens; massage and exercises; care of thedead/dying; etc. as established by our policies and procedures andnursing plans of care.
• Assure that personnel follow establishedinfection control and aseptic techniques when isolation proceduresbecome necessary.
• Make rounds with the physician and assist withexaminations and treatment.
• Notify physician of auto-stop orderson specific medications as established by our policies andprocedures.
• Review Medication Administration Record forcompleteness of information, accuracy in the transcription ofphysician orders, and adherence to stop-order policies.
• Carry outrestorative and rehabilitative programs, to include self-help/care,as per established plan of care.
• May per form minor housekeepingduties around the nursing unit.
• Perform routine charting asrequired.
• Additional Assigned Tasks
• Treats all residents withdignity and respect. Promotes and protects all residents rights.
• Establishes a culture of compliance by adhering to all facilitypolicies and procedures. Complies with standards of businessconduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
• Followsappropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protectresidents and themselves.
• Maintains confidentiality of protectedhealth information, including verbal, written, and electroniccommunications.
• Reports noncompliance with policies, procedures,regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriatepersonnel. Reports any retaliation or discrimination to HR orcompliance officer.
• Reports any allegations of abuse, neglect,misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment ofresidents to supervisor and/or administrator. Protects residentsfrom abuse and cooperates with all investigations.
• Reports anyoccupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials,and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
• Participates in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.

Fulfills responsibilities as assigned during implementation oractivation of the facilitys emergency plan.

• Reports work-relatedinjuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
• Followsestablished infection control policies and procedures.
• As acondition of employment, completes all assigned training and skillscompetency.
• Attends care-plan meetings of assigned residents.
• Participates in QAPI or facility assessment activities as needed,such as carrying out duties assigned as part of a performanceimprovement committee.
• Uses proper lifting and body mechanicswhile delivering care to residents.
• Personal Skills and TraitsDesired/Physical Requirements/Working Conditions
• Ability to read,write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be asupportive team member, contribute to and be an example ofteamwork.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstanceswarrant such action.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel,residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personneland the public.
• Must have patience, tact, and willingness to dealwith difficult residents, family, and staff.
• Must be able to relayinformation concerning a residents condition.
• Must not pose athreat to the health and safety of other individuals in theworkplace.
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout theworkday.
• Meets general health requirements according to facilitypolicy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunitystatus to various infectious diseases.
• Ability to work beyondnormal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergencysituations.
• Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, performoverhead lifting and perform other common physical movements asneeded for the position.
• May be subject to falls, burns fromequipment, and/or odors throughout the day, encounter reactionsfrom dust, tobacco smoke, disinfectants, and other aircontaminants.
• Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseasesand/or conditions which include AIDS, Coronavirus, Hepatitis B, andTuberculosis.
• May be subject to hostile or emotional residents,family members, visitors, or personnel.
• Must possess leadershipand supervisory ability and be willing to work harmoniously withand supervise other personnel.
• Ability to work beyond normalworking hours and on weekends/holidays when necessary.
• Ability towork independently, and to organize, plan, and manage timeeffectively to complete assignments.
• Effective verbal and writtencommunication skills.
• Strong listening skills and ability to dealwith conflict with professionalism and courtesy.
• Basic computerskills, including ability to navigate electronic medical recordsystems.
• Positive interpersonal relationship skills, includingwith persons of all ages and cultures.
• Communicates with medicalstaff, nursing personnel, and other department heads.
• Subject tocall back for emergency situations.
• Subject to work beyondscheduled working hours and on weekends and holidays as needed.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to perform resident care.
• Complianceas a Condition of Employment and Performance Appraisal
• Agreement toabide by all standards, policies, and procedures of the facility,including the facilitys compliance and ethics program, is acondition of employment.

Compliance will be a factor in evaluatingjob performance. Violations, including failure to reportviolations, will result in disciplinary action, up to and includingtermination.

This job description is intended to convey the generalscope of the major duties and responsibilities inherent in thisposition. Other tasks not listed here may be assigned if the tasksare similar or related to the essential duties of the position.

Periodic revision may be necessary to reflect changes inexpectations placed on the long-term care industry by variousgovernmental agencies. This job description will be reviewed and/orrevised annually and as needed.

Individual performance will beevaluated using the following scale:

• Unsatisfactory:

• Achievesresults that are far less than the standards identified for theperformance factors rated.

• Needs Improvement:

• Achieves resultsthat are less than the standards identified for the performancefactors rated. Exhibits the potential to become a competentperformer. May be new to job or need skill development.

• MeetsStandards:

• Achieves results that meet the standards identified forthe performance factors rated. This rating is the expected level ofperformance.

• Exceeds Standards:

• Achieves results that usuallyexceed the standards identified for the performance factorsrated.
• Reasonable Accommodation Statement
• Consistent with theAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and North Carolina civilrights law, it is the policy of Carrolton to provide reasonableaccommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employeewith a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an unduehardship.

The policy regarding requests for reasonableaccommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including theapplication process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, pleasecontact Carrolton Facility Management Human Resources.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, PRNBenefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dentalinsurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

MedicalSpecialty:

GeriatricsPhysical Setting:

• Long term care
• Nursinghome
• Rehabilitation center

Experience:

Nursing:

1 year(Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)Ability to

Relocate:

• Dunn, NC 28334: Relocate beforestarting work (Required)

Work Location:

In personby Jobble